NonStandard Measuremnet

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What is non-standard measurement?

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Non-standard measurement uses everyday objects to measure length, height, or weight instead of standard units like inches or centimeters.

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What can you use to measure something's length?

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You can use items like beans, cubes, or paper clips to measure length.

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How do you compare lengths?

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You can compare lengths by placing the objects side by side or using a non-standard unit to measure each one.

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What does 'shortest' mean?

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Shortest means having the least length compared to other objects.

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What does 'longest' mean?

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Longest means having the greatest length compared to other objects.

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If a pencil is 10 beans long, how many beans long is a pencil that is shorter?

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A pencil that is shorter could be 9 beans long.

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How do you find out which object is longer?

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You can measure both objects with the same non-standard unit and compare the numbers.

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What is an example of a non-standard unit?

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An example of a non-standard unit is a paper clip.

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If a flower is 8 cubes tall, how many cubes tall is a flower that is shorter?

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A flower that is shorter could be 7 cubes tall.

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What is the purpose of using non-standard measurement?

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The purpose is to help us understand size and length using familiar objects.

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