Customary System of Measurement

What are the two main types of systems of measurement we use?

• Customary and Mathematics

• Metric and Mathematics

• Customary and Metric

• Mathematics and Algebra

True or False: The system we use in the United States is usually the customary system.

• True

• False

It is easier to use the customary system to move from one unit to another rather than using the metric system.

• True

• False

What is the main reason that the metric system is easier to use than the U.S. system?

• It is a base 10 system.

• The numbers are easier to remember.

• They are more fun numbers.

• Most of the world uses it.

The customary system of measurement is broken down into 4 parts: length, capacity, weight, and temperature.

• True

• False

Which of the following are units of weight using the customary system of measurement?

• Kilogram

• Ounce

• Gram

• Pound

How many ounces are there in a pound?

• 8

• 10

• 12

• 16

Which of the following are units of length using the customary system of measurement?

• inch

• mile

• centimeter

• yard

How many inches are there in a foot?

• 6

• 10

• 12

• 16

How many feet are there in a yard?

• 3

• 6

• 10

• 12