Measurement

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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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WHAT UNIT DO WE USE TO MEASURE LENGTH?

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We use units like centimeters, inches, and feet to measure length.

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HOW MANY CENTIMETERS ARE IN A METER?

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There are 100 centimeters in a meter.

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WHAT IS A CENTIMETER?

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A centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one hundredth of a meter.

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WHAT IS AN INCH?

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

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HOW LONG IS A FOOT?

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A foot is a unit of length equal to 12 inches.

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WHAT IS THE LONGEST UNIT OF LENGTH AMONG INCHES, FEET, AND METERS?

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A meter is the longest unit of length among inches, feet, and meters.

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HOW DO YOU CONVERT INCHES TO CENTIMETERS?

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To convert inches to centimeters, multiply the number of inches by 2.54.

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WHAT IS THE LENGTH OF A STANDARD PENCIL?

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A standard pencil is usually about 7 inches long.

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HOW DO YOU MEASURE THE LENGTH OF AN OBJECT?

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To measure the length of an object, use a ruler or measuring tape.