Metric Capacity Estimation

Choose the best unit to measure the capacity of a bucket.

• mL

• L

Choose the best unit to measure the capacity of a glass of juice.

• mL

• L

Choose the best unit to measure the capacity of a washing machine.

• mL

• L

Choose the best estimate for capacity of a watering can.

• 2 L

• 12 L

Choose the best estimate for the capacity of a tube of toothpaste.

• 20 mL

• 20 L

Choose the best estimate for the capacity of a bottle of laundry detergent.

• 3 L

• 300 L

Choose the best unit to measure the capacity of an ink pen.

• mL

• L

Which letter best represents the capacity of the picture shown (ink to fill a pen)?

• 16 Liters

• 10 Milliliters

• 1/2 of a Liter

• 300 milliliters

Which letter best represents the capacity of the picture shown?

• 1/2 liter

• 50 milliliters

• 1 liter

• 2 milliliters

For which item below would you use milliliters to measure its capacity?

• Milk in a bowl of cereal

• Pitcher of tea

• Water in a washing machine

• Sand in a sandbox