Measurement 3rd Grade

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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 is the standard unit for measuring length?

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The standard unit for measuring length is inches, feet, centimeters, or meters.

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How do you add time?

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To add time, you add the hours and minutes separately, converting minutes to hours if they exceed 60.

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What is the difference between length and width?

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Length is how long something is, while width is how wide it is.

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What is a ruler used for?

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A ruler is used to measure the length of objects.

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What does 1 inch equal in centimeters?

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1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters.

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How do you find the total time of an event?

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To find the total time of an event, add the start time to the duration of the event.

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What is the term for the distance around a shape?

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The term for the distance around a shape is called the perimeter.

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What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle?

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The formula for finding the area of a rectangle is length x width.

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What is a paperclip's length if it measures 1 1/2 inches?

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The length of the paperclip is 1 1/2 inches.