AI generatedGeometry and measuresKey Stage 3

Measuring a line segment

Measuring a line segment.

  • Use the stated properties and diagram markings, rather than judging by appearance.
  • Matching ticks mean equal lengths; matching arrows mean parallel lines.
  • A small square marks a right angle. Keep labels horizontal and include units.

Example 1

Use the ruler shown to find the length of the blue segment.

Calibrated measurement diagram012345678910cm
Subtract the start reading from the end reading.

Example 2

Use the ruler shown to find the length of the blue segment.

Calibrated measurement diagram012345678910cm
Subtract the start reading from the end reading.

Your turn

Question 1

Use the ruler shown to find the length of the blue segment.

Calibrated measurement diagram012345678910cm
Check answer
Subtract the start reading from the end reading.
Question 2

Use the ruler shown to find the length of the blue segment.

Calibrated measurement diagram012345678910cm
Check answer
Subtract the start reading from the end reading.
Question 3

Use the ruler shown to find the length of the blue segment.

Calibrated measurement diagram012345678910cm
Check answer
Subtract the start reading from the end reading.
Question 4

Use the ruler shown to find the length of the blue segment.

Calibrated measurement diagram012345678910cm
Check answer
Subtract the start reading from the end reading.
Question 5

Use the ruler shown to find the length of the blue segment.

Calibrated measurement diagram012345678910cm
Check answer
Subtract the start reading from the end reading.
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