Measuring Distance with String Method

Measuring Distance with String Method

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics, Science, Geography

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial explains how to measure the distance along a curved road using the string method. The process involves aligning a string at the start of the road, moving it along the road while holding it down, and marking the endpoint. The string is then measured using a scale, either directly or by marking it on paper first. The final distance is calculated in kilometers and meters.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of using the string method in this context?

To find the area of a field

To measure the height of a building

To determine the weight of an object

To calculate the distance along a curved road

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in using the string method?

Cutting the string to a specific length

Measuring the string with a ruler

Aligning the string at the beginning of the road

Tying the string to a pole

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to use two hands when moving the string along the road?

To maintain accuracy in measurement

To prevent the string from getting dirty

To make the process faster

To ensure the string does not break

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

After aligning and moving the string, what is the next step?

Tying the string to the endpoint

Marking the endpoint on a piece of paper

Directly measuring the string with a scale

Cutting the string at the endpoint

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the distance initially measured using the string method?

In miles

In inches

In feet

In kilometers

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional step is taken to measure the remaining distance after using the string method?

Using a GPS device

Measuring the remaining distance in meters

Estimating the distance visually

Using a laser distance meter

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the total distance measured using the string method?

3 kilometers

2 kilometers and 800 meters

2 kilometers and 500 meters

1 kilometer and 800 meters