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Measuring length

Measuring length
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  • Measuring length
  • Duration: 02:36
  • How to measure the length of a piece of wood, a python and a football pitch. The approximation of length is discussed before a demonstration of how to record the measurement using different units; centimetres, metres and kilometres. Different tools are used for the measurements; a ruler, a tape measure and a trundle wheel.
  • Subject:

    Maths

       Topic:

    Measurement and Scales

  • Keywords: length, distance, measure, metre, kilometre, centimetre, ruler, tape measure, trundle wheel, unit
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  • Choose appropriate tools and units to measure things. Find the length of objects in the classroom. Find the perimeter of the playground. Record the findings in different units.
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  • Clip language : English
  • Aspect ratio : 16x9
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