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LENGTH

Length

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

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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

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Choices:

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B. example ofLength inches
C. example ofLength inches
D. example ofLength 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 isexample ofLength or example ofLength inches.

Quick Summary

  • Length is a measure of distance.
  • We can use different units to measure length, like centimeters, meters, inches, and feet.
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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use real-world objects to help students understand length and practice measuring.

🎓 Prerequisites

  • Counting
  • Number Recognition

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: What is the length of the address label in the example?

Q2: What is the length of the sticker shown?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What tools can we use to measure length?
A: We can use rulers, tape measures, and meter sticks to measure length.

Q: What are some common units for measuring length?
A: Common units include centimeters, meters, inches, feet, yards, and miles.

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