Linear or Ruler Measurement
Linear Measurement
is a fundamental skill that all students should to be proficient at
as well as not only measuring a given line but constructing lines from a straight ruler.
The image provided
below is a common ruler found in many elementary, middle and
high schools. It is used in elementary as well as advanced
geometry linear measurement.
Students should be
given plenty of time to experiment and collaborate with fellow classmates
when learning to
use a ruler, to measure provided lines and drawing required lines and shapes.
There are three
basic marks or measures on a ruler measuring in inches:
There the BIG marks or measures on a ruler:
1/4 1/2 3/4
There are the MEDIUM marks or measures on a ruler:
1/8 3/8 5/8 7/8
There are the LITTLE marks or measures on a ruler:
1/16 3/16 5/16 7/16 9/16 11/16 13/16 15/16
After studying and practicing with a ruler then è PLAY THE RULER GAME.
