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Reading a Tape Measure

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

Grade 4 Math MeasurementMeasurement Tools and StrategiesTape Measure Reading
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CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.MD.A.1

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Reading a Tape Measure

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Carefully look at the tape measure diagrams and write down the measurement indicated by the arrow. Remember to include the units!

Read each tape measure to the nearest inch.

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Read each tape measure to the nearest half-inch.

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Read each tape measure to the nearest quarter-inch.

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7. Sarah is measuring a piece of ribbon. The ribbon is 2 inches long. If she cuts off half an inch, how long is the ribbon now?

8. A carpenter needs a board that is 4 and a quarter inches long. He has a board that is 5 inches long. How much does he need to cut off?