Let's solve the "How Long?" worksheet step by step. The task is to measure each object using the ruler provided and record the length in centimeters (cm). Each ruler is marked from 0 to 15 cm, with small tick marks representing millimeters.
We'll go through each object one by one:
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1. Pencil
- The pencil starts at
0 cm.
- The tip of the pencil ends at
6.5 cm.
- So, the length of the pencil is
6.5 cm.
✔ Answer: 6.5 cm
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2. Matchstick
- The matchstick starts at
0 cm.
- The red tip ends at
5 cm.
- So, the length of the matchstick is
5 cm.
✔ Answer: 5 cm
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3. Truck
- The truck starts at
0 cm.
- The back wheel ends at
8 cm.
- So, the length of the truck is
8 cm.
✔ Answer: 8 cm
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4. Spoon
- The spoon starts at
0 cm.
- The end of the spoon bowl reaches
9.5 cm.
- So, the length of the spoon is
9.5 cm.
✔ Answer: 9.5 cm
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5. Knife
- The knife starts at
0 cm.
- The tip of the blade ends at
7.5 cm.
- So, the length of the knife is
7.5 cm.
✔ Answer: 7.5 cm
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✔ Final Answers:
1. Pencil:
6.5 cm
2. Matchstick:
5 cm
3. Truck:
8 cm
4. Spoon:
9.5 cm
5. Knife:
7.5 cm
You would write these numbers in the boxes next to each object on the worksheet.
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Tip: Always make sure the object starts at the 0 mark on the ruler, and read the measurement at the end of the object. If it falls between two marks, estimate to the nearest half or quarter centimeter.
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Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of measuring in centimeters worksheet grade 2.
