Problem:
The question asks:
"How many paperclips long is the pen?"
We are given an image where a red pen is placed above a row of green paperclips. The pen is aligned with the paperclips, and we need to determine how many paperclips fit along the length of the pen.
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Step-by-step Analysis:
1.
Observe the alignment:
- The pen starts at the same point as the first paperclip.
- The paperclips are placed end-to-end in a straight line below the pen.
- The dashed lines on both ends indicate the start and end of the pen’s length.
2.
Count the paperclips:
- There are
4 paperclips shown below the pen.
- Each paperclip is aligned perfectly with the next, and the total length of the 4 paperclips matches the length of the pen.
3.
Check for overlap or gaps:
- There is no gap between the paperclips.
- The last paperclip ends exactly at the tip of the pen.
- So, the entire length of the pen is covered by
4 full paperclips.
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Conclusion:
The pen is
4 paperclips long.
✔ Correct answer:
4
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Final Answer:
4
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of non standard measurement worksheet grade 1.
