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Tape Measure Quiz

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 10mins

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Class
Date
1.

A tape measure is used to measure

a)

length and distance

b)

size and volume

2.

A metric tape measure uses

a)

inches

b)

millimetres

3.

In Australia, the units for linear measurement in building and construction are

a)

millimetres, metres and kilometres

b)

millimetres, centimetres and metres

4.

The shortest lines on the side of the blade represent

a)

centimetres

b)

millimetres

5.

1 metre is

a)

100 mm

b)

1000 mm

6.

1 centimetre is

a)

10 mm

b)

100 mm

7.

The hook on the tape is loose because

a)

the tape is broken and unsuitable for measuring

b)

it allows for accurate measuring of inner and outer dimensions

8.

The slot on a hook is designed

a)

to latch onto nails or screws to assist with measurement

b)

to attach the tape measure to clothes or a belt

9.

The edge of the hook is notched

a)

to help attach to the surface

b)

to mark material in absence of a pencil

10.

The measurement on the base of the housing is

a)

the length of the housing

b)

the width of the blade