Measuring with a Ruler
A Grade 5 math worksheet focusing on using a ruler to measure length to the nearest quarter-inch and millimeter.
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Measuring with a Ruler
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Read each question carefully and use the ruler provided to measure the length of each object. Write your answers in the blanks provided. Remember to include the correct units (inches or centimeters).
1. Look at the ruler markings below. What do the longest lines, medium lines, and shortest lines usually represent when measuring in inches?
Longest lines:
Medium lines:
Shortest lines:
2. Measure the length of the rectangle to the nearest inch.
Length: inches
3. Measure the length of the line segment to the nearest half-inch.
Length: inches
4. Measure the length of the pencil to the nearest quarter-inch.
Length: inches
5. Measure the length of the paperclip to the nearest centimeter.
Length: centimeters
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