Measurement Practice 2nd Grade

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What is measurement?

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Measurement is the process of determining the size, length, or amount of something using standard units.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

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What unit would you use to measure the length of a pencil?

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Inches or centimeters.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

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How do you find the length of an object using a ruler?

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Place one end of the object at the zero mark on the ruler and read the measurement at the other end.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

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What is the length of an object that starts at the 3-inch mark and ends at the 9-inch mark?

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6 inches.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

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If an ant crawled 34 cm and then 8 cm more, how do you find the total distance?

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Add the two distances together: 34 cm + 8 cm = 42 cm.

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CCSS.2.MD.B.5

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What tool would you use to measure a long distance, like a room?

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A tape measure.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.1

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What is the standard unit for measuring small lengths?

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Inches or centimeters.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

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How long is a crayon that measures 2 inches?

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The crayon is 2 inches long.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

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What is the purpose of a yardstick?

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A yardstick is used to measure longer lengths, typically up to 3 feet.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.1

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What is the difference between a ruler and a tape measure?

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A ruler is rigid and measures shorter lengths, while a tape measure is flexible and can measure longer distances.

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