Let's estimate to the nearest inch or foot!

An inch ruler can be used to measure inches and feet.

12 in. = 1 foot

Think about the real object.  Then estimate in the unit shown. 

Think about the real object.  Estimate the measure. 

7.  List the three lengths above in order from shortest to longest.

_____          _____          _____

8.  Sue needs to know if her new chair will fit through the doorway to her bedroom.  The doorway is about 3 ft wide.  Her chair is as wide as 2 12-inch rulers put together.  Will her chair fit through the doorway?  Explain.

Answers  (estimates may vary)

1.  3

2.  5

3.  12

4.  3 ft

5.  6 in

6.  2 ft

7.  6 in, 2 ft, 3 ft

8.  Yes, the chair is 2 feet wide and will fit through the 3-foot door.