Measuring Tools and Techniques Quiz

Which of the following is the most appropriate tool for measuring the length of a classroom?

• Tailor measuring tape

• Ruler

• Tape measure

If you need to measure the circumference of a cylindrical object, which tool would be most suitable?

• Ruler

• Tape measure

• Tailor measuring tape

What is the smallest unit of measurement typically marked on a standard ruler used in Australia?

• Millimetres

• Centimetres

• Metres

When measuring the height of a door, which tool would provide the most accurate measurement?

• Tailor measuring tape

• Tape measure

• Ruler

Which of the following measurements is most likely to be taken using a tailor measuring tape?

• The length of a football field

• The waist size of a person

• The width of a road

If you need to measure a straight line on a piece of paper, which tool would be most appropriate?

• Tape measure

• Ruler

• Tailor measuring tape

Which tool would you use to measure the length of a curved surface accurately?

• Ruler

• Tape measure

• Tailor measuring tape

What is the most appropriate tool for measuring the width of a book?

• Tape measure

• Ruler

• Tailor measuring tape

Which of the following is a common use for a tape measure?

• Measuring fabric for clothing

• Measuring the height of a building

• Measuring the length of a pencil

When measuring a distance of 2.5 metres, which tool would be most suitable?

• Ruler

• Tape measure

• Tailor measuring tape