M

Definition Of M

'm' is the symbol used to represent meter.

More About M

1 meter (m) = 100 centimeters (cm)
1000 meters (m) = 1 kilometer (km)
1 meter (m) = 1000 millimeters (mm)

Examples of M

Height of a tower is 450 meter. It can also be written as '450 m'.
The distance between Jennifer's home and library is 800 meter. It can also be written as '800 m'.

Video Examples: iCoachMath.com

Solved Example on M

Ques: Which one of these could be the width of a cupboard?

Choices:

A. 1 cm
B. 1 m
C. 1 km
D. 1 mm
Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Step 1: Out of the given choices, 1 m could be the width of a cupboard. Because, the other ones are either too big or too small to be represent the width of a cupboard.
[You can use a tape or a ruler to measure the length of the cupboard at your home. It may not be exactly 1 m. But it sure would be around 1 m.]

Quick Summary

m is the symbol for meter.
1 m = 100 cm
1000 m = 1 km
1 m = 1000 mm

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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use real-world examples to illustrate the size of a meter. Have students measure objects in the classroom using meter sticks.

🎓 Prerequisites

Understanding of length
Counting numbers
Basic arithmetic

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: Which of these is about 1 meter?

A. The length of an ant B. The width of a door C. The height of a coin D. The thickness of a book

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What can I measure with meters?
A: You can measure the height of a person, the length of a room, or the distance of a short walk.

Q: Is a meter long?
A: Yes, a meter is longer than a foot or a yard. It's about the height of a countertop.