Tape Measure Quiz

A tape measure is used to measure

• length and distance

• size and volume

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CCSS.2.MD.A.1

A metric tape measure uses

• inches

• millimetres

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

In Australia, the units for linear measurement in building and construction are

• millimetres, metres and kilometres

• millimetres, centimetres and metres

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

The shortest lines on the side of the blade represent

• centimetres

• millimetres

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

1 metre is

• 100 mm

• 1000 mm

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

1 centimetre is

• 10 mm

• 100 mm

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

The hook on the tape is loose because

• the tape is broken and unsuitable for measuring

• it allows for accurate measuring of inner and outer dimensions

The slot on a hook is designed

• to latch onto nails or screws to assist with measurement

• to attach the tape measure to clothes or a belt

The edge of the hook is notched

• to help attach to the surface

• to mark material in absence of a pencil

The measurement on the base of the housing is

• the length of the housing

• the width of the blade

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3