Learning Target: I can measure an object with an inch ruler to the nearest half-inch. Learning Target: I can measure an object with an inch ruler to the nearest half-inch.Measure to the Nearest Half-Inch
A ruler can be used to measure lengths, widths, and heights.
The customary unit of length is the inch. You can line up an object with a ruler to measure its length in inches.
The length of this pencil is about 4 inches.
If the length of an object falls between two whole inches, then you can measure its length in half-inches.
Let's Practice Together
Measure each to the nearest half inch.
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Check for Understanding
Copy the ruler below and draw something that measures 3 1/2 inches.
Answers
1. 1 1/2 in.
2. 2 in.
3. 1 1/2 in.
4. 3 in.
5. 2 in.
6. 2 1/2 in.
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