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National 2 Lifeskills Mathematics

Measurement

Compare and measure length, mass and capacity.

Interactive task

Measurement

Choose, then check.

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Which tool measures length?

Choose an answer.

Learn

Skill steps

Choose the correct tool.

Compare before measuring.

Read simple scales.

Record with units where appropriate.

Key words

longershorterheavierlighterfullempty

Choose the tool

  1. A pencil has length.
  2. Length is measured with a ruler.
  3. Place the ruler at the end of the pencil.

Use a ruler.

Guided practice

Step-by-step prompts

Choose a tool to measure a desk.

  • Length, mass or capacity?
  • Choose ruler or tape.
  • Measure from end to end.

Compare two bags.

  • Hold or use scales.
  • Choose heavier.
  • Check with the scale.

Show half full in a jug.

  • Look at the jug.
  • Fill to about halfway.
  • Say or point half full.
Practise

Practical pupil tasks

  • Choose a ruler for a pencil.
  • Choose scales for a bag.
  • Choose a jug for water.
  • Find the longer pencil.
  • Find the shorter pencil.