Nonstandard Measurement

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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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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

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What can you use to measure length?

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You can use items like paper clips, blocks, or string to measure length.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

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What does it mean if one object is longer than another?

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It means that the first object takes up more space from one end to the other compared to the second object.

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CCSS.1.MD.A.1

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How can you compare the weight of two objects?

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You can hold them in your hands or use a balance scale to see which one feels heavier.

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What is the purpose of using paper clips in measurement?

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Paper clips can be used to measure length or distance by counting how many clips it takes to match the length of an object.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

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If a blue pen is shorter than a red pen, what can you say about their lengths?

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The blue pen takes up less space from one end to the other compared to the red pen.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.4

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What does it mean if two objects weigh the same?

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It means that they have the same heaviness and will balance each other out on a scale.

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CCSS.3.MD.A.2

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How do you find out which object is the heaviest?

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You can compare their weights by lifting them or using a scale.

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CCSS.3.MD.A.2

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What is the shortest object among three?

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The shortest object is the one that takes up the least space from top to bottom.

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CCSS.1.MD.A.1

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How can you measure the height of a stack of cubes?

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You can count how many cubes are in the stack to find out its height.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3