Lesson Worksheet: Metric Units of Length Mathematics
In this worksheet, we will practice estimating and measuring lengths in metric units.
Q1:
Which of the following is a reasonable length for a tennis racket?
- A25 cm
- B60 cm
- C2 m
- D1 m
- E4 m
Q2:
Which of the following is the best estimate for the length of a pen?
- A12 cm
- B12 m
- C12 km
- D12 mm
Q3:
How long is the shown object in reality? Choose the answer that gives the best estimation.
- A6 cm
- B60 cm
- C70 cm
- D100 cm
- E50 cm
Q4:
Estimate, in centimetres, the most likely length of a rubber.
- A4 cm
- B60 cm
- C40 cm
- D80 cm
- E20 cm
Q5:
Which of the following is a reasonable length for a spoon?
- A10 cm
- B50 cm
- C2 m
- D3 m
- E1 m
Q6:
Estimate the answer in centimetres and complete the following statement: The length of your bed is .
- A7 cm
- B20 cm
- C5 cm
- D30 cm
- E200 cm
Q7:
Which of these is most likely to be the distance between two cities?
- A44 km
- B2 000 cm
- C84 m
Q8:
Which measurement below is closest to the length of a pencil?
- A50 cm
- B1 cm
- C8 cm
- D90 cm
Q9:
Which of the following would be the best estimate for the length of an adult’s little finger?
- A6 cm
- B90 cm
- C34 cm
- D2 cm
- E1 cm
Q10:
Which of the following would be the best approximation for the length of the longest side of a maths book?
- A5 cm
- B2 cm
- C60 cm
- D70 cm
- E25 cm