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Sample Item
Selected Response Item for Grade 3

Standard 3.0 Knowledge of Measurement

Topic B. Measurement Tools

Indicator 1. Measure in customary and metric units

Objective a. Measure length of objects and pictures of objects using a ruler, a tape measure, a yardstick, or a meter stick

Assessment limit: Use a ruler and the nearest centimeter or ½ inch

Measure the height of the can to the nearest inch.

can

  1. 2 inches
  2. 2 inches
  3. 3 inches
  4. 4 inches

Correct Answer
D. 4 inches
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