Measurement in Construction

What is the purpose of measurement in the construction industry?

• To determine the size of an item

• To use qualitative words and phrases

• To increase the risk of structure failure

• To decrease the need for repair and maintenance

Which system of measurement is commonly used in the United States?

• Metric (SI) system

• U.S. customary system

• Both metric and U.S. customary systems

• None of the above

What is the base unit for measuring distance in the metric (SI) system?

• Inch

• Foot

• Meter

• Yard

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CCSS.2.MD.A.2

What is the base unit for measuring weight in the metric (SI) system?

• Ounce

• Pound

• Gram

• Ton

What is the base unit for measuring volume in the metric (SI) system?

• Teaspoon

• Tablespoon

• Liter

• Cup

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CCSS.3.MD.A.2

What is the base unit for measuring temperature in the metric (SI) system?

• Degrees Fahrenheit

• Degrees Celsius

• Kelvin

• None of the above

Which measuring tool is commonly used for measuring distance?

• Measuring spoons

• Measuring cups

• Tape measure

• Thermometer

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CCSS.2.MD.A.1

What is the purpose of calibrating measuring tools?

• To avoid damage to the tools

• To compare measurements performed by multiple tools

• To make fine adjustments for accurate measurements

• All of the above

What is tolerance in measurement?

• The permissible deviation from a specified measurement

• The precision of a measuring tool

• The accuracy of a measuring tool

• The process of making fine adjustments to a measuring tool

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CCSS.2.MD.A.2

What is the purpose of drawing to scale in construction?

• To create a miniature replica of a room or building

• To make unrealistic or impossible plans

• To measure the actual space to be drawn

• To determine the size of furniture