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Measurement and Units Flashcards

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  1. How many centimeters are in 1 meter?

    Answer: 100

    There are 100 centimeters in 1 meter, as the prefix 'centi' means one hundredth.

  2. Which unit would you use to measure the weight of a bag of apples?

    Answer: Kilograms

    Kilograms measure mass/weight, making them appropriate for weighing everyday items like a bag of apples.

  3. How many minutes are in 2.5 hours?

    Answer: 150

    Since there are 60 minutes in 1 hour, 2.5 hours × 60 = 150 minutes.

  4. A room is 4 meters wide and 5 meters long. What is its area?

    Answer: 20 square meters

    Area of a rectangle = length × width = 5 × 4 = 20 square meters.

  5. How many milliliters are in 1 liter?

    Answer: 1000

    There are 1000 milliliters in 1 liter, as 'milli' means one thousandth.

  6. A bookshelf is 180 cm tall. What is this measurement in meters?

    Answer: 1.8 m

    To convert centimeters to meters, divide by 100: 180 ÷ 100 = 1.8 m.

  7. Which of the following is the most appropriate unit for measuring the length of a pencil?

    Answer: Centimeters

    Centimeters are the most practical unit for measuring small everyday objects like a pencil, which is typically 15–20 cm long.