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Sample Item
Selected Response Item for Grade 3

Standard 3.0 Knowledge of Measurement

Topic C. Applications in Measurement

Indicator 1. Apply measurement concepts

Objective a. Estimate and determine the perimeter of geometric figures and pictures on a grid

Assessment limit: Use counting and whole numbers (0 – 50)

Marcus is building a stage for the school play. The stage is shown below.

What is the perimeter, in units, of the stage?

  1. 21 units
  2. 42 units
  3. 43 units
  4. 86 units

Correct Answer
B. 42 units
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