Measuring

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What is measuring?

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Measuring is the process of determining the size, length, or amount of something using standard units.

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What is a ruler used for?

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A ruler is a tool used to measure the length of objects.

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What unit do we use to measure length?

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We often use centimeters (cm) or inches (in) to measure length.

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What is the purpose of measuring?

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The purpose of measuring is to understand the size or quantity of an object or space.

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What is a scale used for?

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A scale is a tool used to measure weight.

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What unit do we use to measure weight?

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We use grams (g) or pounds (lb) to measure weight.

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What is volume?

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Volume is the amount of space an object takes up.

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What unit do we use to measure volume?

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We use liters (L) or milliliters (mL) to measure volume.

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What is a measuring cup used for?

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A measuring cup is used to measure the volume of liquids.

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What is the difference between length and width?

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Length is how long something is, while width is how wide it is.