Measuring with a Ruler

This video tutorial by Mr. J covers how to measure to the nearest fourth inch using a ruler. It begins with basic measurement concepts, explaining how to align objects with the zero mark on a ruler. The video then delves into understanding fourths and quarters, showing how each inch is divided into four equal parts. Practical examples are provided to demonstrate how to measure objects using these concepts, ensuring accurate measurements. The tutorial concludes with additional examples to reinforce the learning.

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

• Align the object with the end of the ruler.

• Align the object with the zero mark on the ruler.

• Start measuring from the middle of the ruler.

• Measure from any point on the ruler.

What do the terms 'fourths' and 'quarters' refer to on a ruler?

• They refer to the half inches.

• They refer to the divisions of an inch into two equal parts.

• They refer to the whole inches.

• They refer to the divisions of an inch into four equal parts.

What is the equivalent of 2/4 of an inch?

• 1 inch

• 1/4 inch

• 1/2 inch

• 3/4 inch

What is the simplified fraction for 3/4 of an inch?

• 1/4 inch

• 1/2 inch

• 3/4 inch

• 1 inch

How many tick marks are there between each whole inch on a ruler?

• One

• Two

• Four

• Three

If a measurement falls between 6 and 7 inches and aligns with the third tick mark, what is the measurement?

• 7 inches

• 6 and 1/2 inches

• 6 and 3/4 inches

• 6 and 1/4 inches

What is the measurement of a bar that aligns with the first tick mark after 1 inch?

• 2 inches

• 1 and 3/4 inches

• 1 and 1/2 inches

• 1 and 1/4 inches

How do you measure a bar that is between 9 and 10 inches and aligns with the second tick mark?

• 9 and 1/2 inches

• 9 and 1/4 inches

• 9 and 3/4 inches

• 10 inches

What is the measurement of a bar that aligns with the third tick mark after 10 inches?

• 10 and 1/4 inches

• 10 and 1/2 inches

• 10 and 3/4 inches

• 11 inches

If a bar is between 7 and 8 inches and aligns with the first tick mark, what is the measurement?

• 8 inches

• 7 and 3/4 inches

• 7 and 1/2 inches

• 7 and 1/4 inches