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This document outlines an activity focused on linear measurement using US Customary units, emphasizing the importance of understanding both US and SI units in a global economy. Participants are instructed to measure the lengths of rectangles and other objects using a ruler, recording measurements in both fractional and decimal forms. The activity also includes tasks for creating isometric views and understanding the significance of measurement systems in engineering.

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3.1.b.A_LinearMeasurementUS (1)

This document outlines an activity focused on linear measurement using US Customary units, emphasizing the importance of understanding both US and SI units in a global economy. Participants are instructed to measure the lengths of rectangles and other objects using a ruler, recording measurements in both fractional and decimal forms. The activity also includes tasks for creating isometric views and understanding the significance of measurement systems in engineering.

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Activity 3.

1b Linear Measurement with


US Customary Units
Introduction
The United States is the only developed country that does not use the International
System of Units. The U S Customary units are the accepted units of measure.
However, due to the global nature of the economy, SI units are also common. In
order to participate in the global market, we must be able to understand and
communicate using various measurement systems.

In this activity you will practice taking linear measurements using a standard ruler
marked in US Customary units and correctly recording the measurements to reflect
the precision of the measurement.

Equipment
 Engineering notebook
 Pencil
 Ruler – U S Customary
 PLTW Engineering Formula Sheet

Procedure

Record the length of each rectangle in both fractional inch and decimal inch forms.
Record fractional inches to the nearest 1/32 of an inch, and record decimal inches to
the nearest hundredth of an inch.

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Distance Measurement (Fraction) Measurement (Decimal)
1. A

2. B

3. C

4. D

5. E

6. What is the difference in length between rectangles A and C?

7. What is the difference in length between rectangles B and E?

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8. Using a ruler displaying U S Customary units, measure the missing
lengths in the figure below. In the top half of each box, enter the
dimension in fractional inches to appropriate precision (nearest 1/32″).
Then convert the length to decimal inches and enter the result into the
bottom half of the corresponding box to the nearest hundredth of an inch.
Be sure to include units. Note that ø indicates a diameter, and R indicates
a radius.

9. Measure the distance between two adjacent lines on a sheet of lined


paper in US Customary units. Record the measurements using each of
the following units.

Fractional inches: ____________ [Decimal inches: ___________]

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10. Measure and record the length of additional items in your classroom using
appropriate measurement units as directed by your instructor. Record
fractional inches to the nearest 1/32” and decimal inches to the nearest
hundredth of an inch.
Object Description of Measurement Measurement
measurement units
CD Diameter cm
Desk Length and width Decimal
inches

11. In your engineering notebook, create a full scale isometric view of the
object represented in the following sketch using the dimensions shown.
Use a ruler to obtain the correct dimensions on your sketch.

Conclusion
1. When you look at a drawing, how do you know if you are looking at U S
Customary or SI measurements? Why is it important for an engineer to know this
piece of information?

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