Reading a Ruler

Practice reading measurements on a ruler to the nearest inch, half-inch, and quarter-inch.

Grade 3 Math MeasurementReading a Ruler

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CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.MD.B.4

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mathmeasurementrulergrade 3

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Carefully look at the ruler and the objects. Write down the length of each object to the nearest inch, half-inch, or quarter-inch as specified.

Part 1: Reading to the Nearest Inch

1. What is the length of the pencil to the nearest inch?

2. What is the length of the crayon to the nearest inch?

Part 2: Reading to the Nearest Half-Inch

1. What is the length of the block to the nearest half-inch?

2. What is the length of the ribbon to the nearest half-inch?

Part 3: Reading to the Nearest Quarter-Inch

1. What is the length of the string to the nearest quarter-inch?

2. What is the length of the paperclip to the nearest quarter-inch?

Challenge: Draw a line that is 3 and a half inches long. Use the ruler below to help you.