Question 10 of 18intermediate🔧 ApplyShort Answer3 marks

Use your hand to estimate the measurement of any object. Convert into centimetres. Verify using the scale.

Correct Answer

Method: Use hand length to estimate measurements of objects like textbook, chair, desk, and flowerpot.

Example: Given: Hand length = 16 cm Desk width = 4 hands

Calculation: Estimate = 4×164 \times 16 = 64 cm

Verification: Measure with a scale to check accuracy.

Exercise: Let Us Do (Section 2) | Q: 6 | (Page Page 9)
For More Understanding

Explanation

The chapter teaches students to use their hand as a personal measuring tool. By knowing their hand length in centimetres, students can estimate measurements and then verify accuracy using a scale.

Solution Steps

  1. Measure hand length in centimetres

  2. Count how many hand lengths fit the object

  3. Calculate estimate by multiplying hand count by hand length

  4. Verify by measuring with a scale

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