Measuring Length (1/2, 1/4, 1/8 inches)

Measuring Length

(1/2, 1/4, 1/8 inches)

By Mr. Guntle, Mrs. Perkins, & Mr. Stevens​

​Take a look at the Customary Units of Length chart below. Notice the relationship between the conversions.

For this lesson/practice, we will be focusing on measuring with "inches" within 1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 of an inch.

​***The ruler below shows how you can easily identify the measurements on specific spots on the ruler: 1/2, 1/4, and 1/8

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Multiple Choice

How long is the paperclip in "inches"?

• 1 inch

• 2 inches

• 1 1/4 inch

• 1 1/2 inch

Multiple Choice

How long is the pencil in "inches"?

• 5 3/4 inches

• 6 inches

• 5 inches

• 6 3/8 inches

Multiple Choice

How long is the pushpin in "inches"?

• 1 inch

• 1 3/4 inches

• 3/4 inch

• 1 1/4 inches

Multiple Choice

How long is the key in "inches"?

• 1 1/2 inches

• 1 3/8 inches

• 1 3/4 inches

• 1 1/4 inches

Multiple Choice

How long is the screw in "inches"?

• 2 1/2 inches

• 2 5/8 inches

• 3 inches

• 2 7/8 inches

Multiple Choice

How long is the nail in "inches"?

• 4 1/2 inches

• 4 1/4 inches

• 4 inches

• 4 1/8 inches