Definition Of Length

Length is the distance from one end to the other end of an object.

More About Length

There are two systems for the measurement of length. One is the metric system and the other is customary system.
The units of metric system are centimeter, meter, kilometer, millimeter, etc.
The units of customary system are inch, foot, yard, mile, etc.

Video Examples: Maths - Measurement Length

Example ofLength

The length of the address label is about 9 centimeters

Solved Example on Length

Ques: The ruler is in the sixteenths of an inch. Find the length of the sticker

Choices:

A.inches
B.  inches
C.  inches
D.  inches
Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Step 1: The length of the sticker is on two whole inches plus a fraction. The fraction is 6 out of 16.
Step 2: The length of the sticker is or  inches.

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