Measurement of Length and Motion — Science STD 6 — Question
Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 6ScienceMeasurement of Length and Motion2 Marks
Question
Describe an activity that demonstrates the difference between using body parts and standard units for measurement.
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Answer
An activity to demonstrate the difference between using body parts and standard units for measurement involves measuring the length of a classroom table using both methods.
$\rightarrow $ First, students can use their handspans and record the results, which will likely vary due to differences in hand size.
$\rightarrow $ Then, using a standard measuring tape or ruler, they can measure the table again, showing that standard units provide consistent and reliable measurements regardless of the measurer.
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