Measuring Techniques and Estimation

The video tutorial introduces two types of rulers: inch rulers and yardsticks. It explains how to measure objects using an inch ruler, such as pencils and glue sticks, and describes the process of measuring larger objects with a yardstick, like cubbies and Smartboards. The tutorial emphasizes the differences between the two measuring tools and provides practical examples of their use.

What are the two types of rulers discussed in the video?

• Millimeter ruler and yardstick

• Centimeter ruler and meter stick

• Inch ruler and yardstick

• Foot ruler and yardstick

How long is a standard inch ruler?

• 10 inches

• 12 inches

• 15 inches

• 20 inches

What is the first step in measuring an object with an inch ruler?

• Use the other side of the ruler

• Start measuring from the middle of the ruler

• Place the object at the 1-inch mark

• Align the ruler with the end of the object

How long was the pencil measured in the video?

• 8 inches

• 7 inches

• 6 inches

• 5 inches

What is the approximate length of the glue stick measured?

• 4 inches

• 5 inches

• 2 inches

• 3 inches

How many feet long is a yardstick?

• 4 feet

• 3 feet

• 2 feet

• 1 foot

What is the purpose of using a yardstick instead of an inch ruler?

• To measure objects in millimeters

• To measure smaller objects

• To measure longer objects

• To measure objects in centimeters

How many different colors does the yardstick have?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What was the approximate length of the cubby measured with the yardstick?

• Half a yard

• One yard

• Two yards

• Three yards

Why couldn't another yardstick fit in the cubby measurement?

• The cubby was too short

• The cubby was too wide

• The cubby was exactly one yard

• The cubby was too tall