Measurement Conversions and Fractions

The video tutorial introduces students to measuring using a ruler with different scales, focusing on the eighth of an inch and millimeter scales. It explains how to read and use these scales for precise measurements, including lining up the ruler correctly and understanding fractional parts. The tutorial also covers converting between different units and provides examples of measuring lines using both the imperial and metric systems.

What is the primary scale used for the activity in the video?

• Centimeter

• Sixteenth of an inch

• Eighth of an inch

• Quarter of an inch

How many spaces are there in a sixteenth of an inch?

• 10

• 4

• 16

• 8

What fraction does a quarter of an inch divide into?

• Sixteen equal parts

• Eight equal parts

• Four equal parts

• Two equal parts

How many millimeters are there in a centimeter?

• 20

• 15

• 10

• 5

When measuring to the nearest eighth, where should you align the start of the line?

• Middle of the ruler

• Zero mark

• One inch mark

• End of the ruler

If a line measures 3 and 3/8 inches, how many eighths are there beyond 3 inches?

• 1

• 4

• 2

• 3

What is the equivalent of 1/2 inch in eighths?

• 3/8

• 2/8

• 4/8

• 5/8

If you start measuring from the 2-inch mark and measure 5 full inches, what is the final inch mark?

• 6

• 5

• 7

• 8

How many eighths are there in a full inch?

• 6

• 8

• 4

• 10

What is the measurement of 4 and 7/8 inches in terms of eighths?

• 42/8

• 41/8

• 40/8

• 39/8