Nonstandard Measurement Flashcard

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What is nonstandard measurement?

Back

Nonstandard measurement uses everyday objects to measure length, like pencils, apples, or jars.

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What does it mean if one line is longer than another?

Back

It means that the first line takes up more space than the second line.

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How can we measure something using apples?

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We can line up apples next to an object to see how many apples long it is.

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What is the shortest line?

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The shortest line is the one that takes up the least space compared to others.

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If a pencil measures 9 apples, how long is it?

Back

The pencil is as long as 9 apples placed end to end.

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What does it mean if a line is shorter than a pencil?

Back

It means that the line takes up less space than the pencil.

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How do we compare lengths of different objects?

Back

We can place them next to each other to see which one is longer or shorter.

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What is a rectangle?

Back

A rectangle is a shape with four sides and opposite sides that are equal in length.

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How can we find out how many jars fit next to a pencil?

Back

We can line up jars next to the pencil to see how many fit.

Front

What is the longest line?

Back

The longest line is the one that takes up the most space compared to others.