"Metr, Meter" Roots

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What does the root 'metr' or 'meter' mean?

Back

It means 'measure'.

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CCSS.L.2.4C

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

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What is a barometer?

Back

An instrument used to measure air pressure and predict changes in the weather.

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What is symmetry?

Back

It is when something looks the same on both sides.

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

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What is the diameter of a circle?

Back

The distance across the circle through its center.

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What is the perimeter of a shape?

Back

The total distance around the shape.

Front

What is optometry?

Back

The practice of examining the eyes and prescribing glasses.

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How do you calculate the perimeter of a rectangle?

Back

Add the lengths of all four sides or use the formula: P = 2(length + width).

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CCSS.4.MD.A.3

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What is the relationship between diameter and radius?

Back

The diameter is twice the length of the radius.

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CCSS.7.G.B.4

Front

What is a metric system?

Back

A system of measurement based on meters, liters, and grams.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.2

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What is the purpose of a ruler?

Back

To measure length or distance.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.1