Measuring Centimeters Worksheets

Use stated measurement scales and unit relationships to find lengths, masses and capacities.

Before you begin

Read whole numbers, use basic arithmetic and identify the units in a question.

Worked example

Read the ruler marks to find the strip's length in centimeters. Each small interval is 1 centimeter. The drawing is not actual size.

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  1. Subtract the starting mark from the ending mark.

Answer: 8 centimeters

Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.

Choose your level

These sets use the same exercise types and number ranges across level labels. Choose a fresh set for additional practice.

  • Easy: Start with the preview and follow the worked example.
  • Medium: Practice the same exercise types with a fresh numbered set.
  • Hard: Use another set to practice explaining and checking your answers.

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Try six questions below, or choose a full set at your level.

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Read the ruler marks to find the strip's length in centimeters. Each small interval is 1 centimeter. The drawing is not actual size.
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Read the ruler marks to find the strip's length in centimeters. Each small interval is 1 centimeter. The drawing is not actual size.
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Read the ruler marks to find the strip's length in centimeters. Each small interval is 1 centimeter. The drawing is not actual size.
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Read the ruler marks to find the strip's length in centimeters. Each small interval is 1 centimeter. The drawing is not actual size.
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Read the ruler marks to find the strip's length in centimeters. Each small interval is 1 centimeter. The drawing is not actual size.
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Read the ruler marks to find the strip's length in centimeters. Each small interval is 1 centimeter. The drawing is not actual size.
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Answer Key

1. 4 centimeters2. 8 centimeters3. 4 centimeters4. 6 centimeters5. 7 centimeters6. 5 centimeters

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