Measurement longer and shorter

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What does it mean to measure an object?

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To measure an object means to find out how long or short it is using a tool like a ruler.

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What is a ruler used for?

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A ruler is used to measure the length of objects.

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What is the starting point when measuring with a ruler?

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The starting point is the zero mark on the ruler.

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If an object is 4 inches long, how do we know that?

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We know it by measuring from the zero mark to the end of the object.

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What does 'longer' mean?

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Longer means that one object has a greater length than another.

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What does 'shorter' mean?

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Shorter means that one object has a lesser length than another.

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How can we compare the lengths of two objects?

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We can compare their lengths by measuring both and seeing which one has a greater number of inches.

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What is the term for the longest object in a group?

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The term is 'longest'.

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What is the term for the shortest object in a group?

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The term is 'shortest'.

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If two objects are the same length, what can we say about them?

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We can say they are equal in length.