reading a ruler

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What is a ruler used for?

Back

A ruler is a tool used to measure length or distance.

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How many inches are in a foot?

Back

There are 12 inches in a foot.

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What is the measurement of 1/2 inch on a ruler?

Back

1/2 inch is the same as 0.5 inches.

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How do you read a ruler?

Back

To read a ruler, align the object with the zero mark and count the increments to find the measurement.

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What is the smallest unit typically marked on a standard ruler?

Back

The smallest unit typically marked on a standard ruler is 1/16 inch.

Front

If a measurement is 3/4 inch, how many 1/4 inch segments are in it?

Back

There are 3 segments of 1/4 inch in 3/4 inch.

Front

What does the term 'inch' refer to?

Back

An inch is a unit of length in the imperial system, equal to 1/12 of a foot.

Front

How many inches are in 2 feet?

Back

There are 24 inches in 2 feet.

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What is the measurement of 5 & 5/8 inches on a ruler?

Back

5 & 5/8 inches is a measurement that includes 5 whole inches and 5/8 of an inch.

Front

What is the difference between 5 & 1/4 inches and 5 & 1/2 inches?

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The difference is 1/4 inch.