Measuring Inches and Centimeters

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What is the unit of measurement for length in the metric system?

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Centimeter (cm)

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What is the unit of measurement for length in the customary system?

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Inch (in)

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How many centimeters are in one inch?

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2.54 cm

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What is the abbreviation for inches?

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in.

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What is the abbreviation for centimeters?

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cm

Front

If an object measures 6 inches, how would you write that in abbreviation?

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6 in.

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If an object measures 10 centimeters, how would you write that in abbreviation?

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10 cm.

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Which is longer: 6 inches or 15 centimeters?

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15 centimeters is longer.

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What is the length of an object that measures 3 inches?

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3 in.

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What is the length of an object that measures 5 centimeters?

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5 cm.