Exploring Capacity and Weight in 3rd Grade Math

What is the definition of capacity?

• The length of an object

• The temperature of a liquid

• The weight of an object

• The amount a container can hold

What unit is used to measure smaller amounts of liquid in the metric system?

• Pound

• Gallon

• Liter

• Milliliter

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

Which tool is best suited for measuring a large volume of liquid?

• Ruler

• Graduated cylinder

• Measuring spoon

• Scale

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CCSS.3.MD.A.2

In the customary system, which unit is not used for measuring capacity?

• Pound

• Liter

• Gallon

• Fluid ounce

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

Which system uses tons, pounds, and ounces to measure weight?

• Metric system

• Imperial system

• International system

• Customary system

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CCSS.3.MD.A.2

What is the primary tool used to measure weight?

• Measuring cup

• Beaker

• Thermometer

• Scale

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CCSS.3.MD.A.2

Which unit should Maricela use to measure cooking oil?

• Liter

• Fluid ounce

• Pound

• Yard

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

What tool should Maricela use to measure the amount of oil?

• Scale

• Ruler

• Measuring cup

• Clock

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CCSS.2.MD.A.1

Which unit is appropriate for Raphael to weigh a bag of apples?

• Inch

• Liter

• Pound

• Gallon

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CCSS.3.MD.A.2

What tool should Raphael use to weigh the apples?

• Measuring spoon

• Ruler

• Scale

• Beaker

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CCSS.3.MD.A.2