Nonstandard Measurement Flashcard

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What is nonstandard measurement?

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Nonstandard measurement uses everyday objects to measure things instead of using standard units like inches or centimeters.

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What does it mean to compare lengths?

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Comparing lengths means looking at two or more objects to see which one is longer or shorter.

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What is the shortest rectangle?

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The rectangle that has the least length compared to others.

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How do you measure with apples?

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You can use apples to measure the length of an object by placing them end to end.

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What is the longest line?

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The line that has the greatest length compared to other lines.

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How do you arrange objects by length?

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You put them in order from the shortest to the longest.

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What is a cube in measurement?

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A cube is a three-dimensional shape that can be used to measure volume.

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How many cubes does an object measure?

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You count how many cubes fit along the length, width, or height of the object.

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What does it mean to measure with a pencil?

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Measuring with a pencil means using the length of the pencil to find out how long something is.

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What is the purpose of nonstandard measurement?

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