Measuring - Nearest Inch

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What is an inch?

Back

An inch is a unit of measurement equal to 1/12 of a foot.

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How do you measure to the nearest inch?

Back

Look at the measurement and round to the closest whole number.

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What does it mean to round up?

Back

Rounding up means increasing the number to the next whole number.

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What does it mean to round down?

Back

Rounding down means decreasing the number to the previous whole number.

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If a line measures 5.4 inches, how do you round it?

Back

You round it to 5 inches because it's closer to 5 than to 6.

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If a line measures 5.6 inches, how do you round it?

Back

You round it to 6 inches because it's closer to 6 than to 5.

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What is the longest measurement in inches?

Back

The longest measurement in inches is the one that has the highest value.

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What is the shortest measurement in inches?

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The shortest measurement in inches is the one that has the lowest value.

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How long is a standard paper clip?

Back

A standard paper clip is usually about 1 inch long.

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What is a ruler used for?

Back

A ruler is used to measure lengths in inches and centimeters.