Metric Measurement

Which unit of measurement below is NOT a part of the metric system?

• millimeter

• inch

• centimeter

• meter

Use this tool to determine the volume (space taken up) of an irregularly shaped object.

• dropper

• balance

• ruler

• graduated cylinder

Which unit of measurement is used when describing an object's mass?

• grams

• pounds

• ounces

• weight

James wants to determine the length and width of his room. Which tool would be the BEST for James to use?

• ruler

• tape measure

• thermometer

• dropper

The tool pictured is a...

• cup

• beaker

• graduated cylinder

• tube

The tool pictured is a _________________ and measures ______________________.

• scale; weight

• scale; mass

• balance; weight

• balance; mass

What would you most likely use the tool pictured to help you measure?

• The volume of a pool.

• The length and width of a book.

• The length of a basketball court.

• The volume of a sink.

Which unit of measurement would you use to measure the width of a quarter?

• kilometer

• meter

• centimeter

• millimeter

Which unit of measurement would you use to measure the distance from the school to the capital building?

• meters

• centimeters

• kilometers

• millimeters

What unit of measurement would you use to measure the length and width of the cafeteria?

• meters

• centimeters

• kilometers

• millimeters