Measurement of Length
Measurement of Length: Overview
This topic covers concepts such as Using Ruler to Measure Length, Least Count, Measurement of Length by a String, A 15 Centimetre Scale, A Metre Scale, Conversion of Kilometre into Metres, Centimetres and Millimetres, etc.
Important Questions on Measurement of Length

We have to avoid taking readings from the _____ mark of the ruler if it is damaged.
Choose the most appropriate option from the choices given below:
(zero / middle / ten)

During the measurement of length, the ruler should be placed perpendicular to the object to be measured.

List the precautions that should be taken during the measurement of length.

What is the name for the known fixed quantity of measurement?


Name the best unit for measuring the length of a pencil.

Write the symbol for the unit centimetre.


Name a standard unit to measure length. (Cubit/Metre).

Name the instruments used to measure length, temperature and weight.

The distance between Radha's home and her school is 3250 m. Express this distance in kilometres.
The distance between Radha's home and her school is _____ km.

What is the length of the pencil as measured by the ruler below?

Which of these is the SI unit (System International) of measurement of length?

Who is focussing correctly on the scale to measure the length of the pencil?

In the given below picture measurement of pen is shown.
The actual length of the pen is _____ cm.

Which of the following ways of measuring the length of a classroom is the easiest and accurate?

Which of the following types of motions is/are correct about the motion of different components of a sewing machine?

Three rulers, A, B and C are shown below.
Which of these rulers can be used to measure the length of sticks longer than 1 cm and shorter than 10 cm?

Raju tries to measure the side of a block using a ruler.
Which of the following is a correct way of measuring the side of the block?
