1. On a metre scale, a metre is divided into 100 equal parts, each called a centimetre (cm). A commonly used smaller part of the metre scale is a 15 cm long ruler, which is practical for everyday measurements and smaller tasks.

    On a metre scale, a metre is divided into 100 equal parts, each called a centimetre (cm). A commonly used smaller part of the metre scale is a 15 cm long ruler, which is practical for everyday measurements and smaller tasks.

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  2. The system of units currently used internationally is called the International System of Units, abbreviated as SI units. The SI unit of length is the metre, symbolized by 'm'. This system ensures consistency and standardization in measurements worldwide, facilitating global communication and collaboRead more

    The system of units currently used internationally is called the International System of Units, abbreviated as SI units. The SI unit of length is the metre, symbolized by ‘m’. This system ensures consistency and standardization in measurements worldwide, facilitating global communication and collaboration.

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  3. The adoption of a set of standard units of measurement across different countries was driven by the confusion that arose when people traveled and encountered various local measurement systems. This inconsistency in units made trade, communication, and scientific collaboration difficult, prompting coRead more

    The adoption of a set of standard units of measurement across different countries was driven by the confusion that arose when people traveled and encountered various local measurement systems. This inconsistency in units made trade, communication, and scientific collaboration difficult, prompting countries to agree on a unified system known as the International System of Units (SI units).

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  4. Deepa mentioned scales and measuring tapes because they provide a standard unit of measurement, ensuring consistent and accurate measurements, unlike handspans which vary in size from person to person.

    Deepa mentioned scales and measuring tapes because they provide a standard unit of measurement, ensuring consistent and accurate measurements, unlike handspans which vary in size from person to person.

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  5. Deepa and her friends concluded that their handspans are indeed different in length, which explains why measurements using their individual handspans varied when measuring the same table.

    Deepa and her friends concluded that their handspans are indeed different in length, which explains why measurements using their individual handspans varied when measuring the same table.

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