This video tutorial teaches how to measure objects to the nearest half and quarter inch using a ruler. It explains the importance of using a ruler as a standard measurement tool and how to record measurements as mixed numbers. The tutorial also highlights common mistakes to avoid when measuring and provides practical examples of measuring objects to the nearest half and quarter inch.

What is the standard tool mentioned for measuring objects?

• Protractor

• Tape measure

• Ruler

• Compass

What is a common mistake when aligning an object with a ruler?

• Aligning with the middle of the ruler

• Aligning with the edge of the ruler

• Aligning with the 0 mark

• Aligning with the 1 mark

How many whole inches is the key in the example?

• 1 inch

• 2 inches

• 4 inches

• 3 inches

What fraction of an inch is recorded when one part of a two-part whole is filled?

• 2/4

• 3/4

• 1/2

• 1/4

When measuring to the nearest quarter inch, how many parts does the fraction bar have?

• Two parts

• Three parts

• Four parts

• Five parts

What is the length of the scissors in the example, including the fraction?

• 5 and 4/4 inches

• 5 and 1/4 inches

• 5 and 3/4 inches

• 5 and 2/4 inches

What is the mixed number representation of a glue stick that is 3 whole inches and 1/4 inch long?

• 3 3/4

• 3 2/4

• 3 1/4

• 3 1/2