Nonstandard Measurement Flashcard

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What is nonstandard measurement?

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Nonstandard measurement uses everyday objects to measure things instead of using rulers or scales.

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How many apples does this pencil measure?

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9 apples

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Which rectangle is the shortest?

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Rectangle 2

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How many feet does this whale measure?

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4 feet

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What does it mean to arrange objects from shortest to longest?

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It means to put the objects in order starting with the smallest and ending with the largest.

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What is a rectangle?

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A rectangle is a shape with four sides and four right angles.

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How do you compare lengths of objects?

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You can compare lengths by placing them next to each other or using a measuring tool.

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What is the longest line?

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The longest line is the one that measures more than the others.

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What does it mean if one object is longer than another?

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It means that the first object takes up more space from one end to the other.

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How do you measure with apples?

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You can use apples to see how long or short something is by counting how many apples fit along it.