Math Tools and Functions

What is NOT a use of a thermometer?

• Finding out if you have a fever

• Checking the heat of boiling water

• Checking the temperature outside

• Measuring the length of a caterpillar

What is the best tool to measure a caterpillar?

• Ruler

• Yardstick

• Measuring tape

• Meter stick

How long is a ruler?

• 3 feet

• 12 inches

• 100 centimeters

• 36 inches

What unit is NOT measured by a yardstick?

• Yards

• Centimeters

• Inches

• Feet

How many centimeters are in a meter?

• 36

• 10

• 100

• 1000

Why might you choose a meter stick over a yardstick?

• It only measures in inches

• It is longer

• It measures in centimeters and millimeters

• It is shorter

What makes the measuring tape different from the other tools?

• It can be extended to measure long or curved objects

• It measures in feet only

• It can be used for straight objects only

• It is always 100 centimeters long

How long is the sandbox?

• 7 meters

• 7 feet

• 7 yards

• 7 inches

Which tool is best for measuring a baseball bat?

• Meter stick

• Yardstick

• Ruler

• Measuring tape

What is the length of the toy shovel?

• 10 inches

• 10 meters

• 10 feet

• 10 centimeters