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Halves and quarters (age 8+)

Generate measurement data by measuring lengths to the nearest half and quarter inch; display the data on a line plot with a scale marked in whole numbers, halves, and quarters

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Question 1 of 3

A third‑grade student measures the lengths of six crayons with a ruler marked in halves and fourths of an inch. The measurements are: 2 1/4 in, 2 1/2 in, 2 3/4 in, 3 1/4 in, 3 1/2 in, and 3 3/4 in. To display these data on a line plot, which horizontal scale should the student use?

Question 2 of 3

A student measures three ribbons and records their lengths as 2 1/2 inches, 2 3/4 inches, and 3 inches. To show these measurements on a line plot, which horizontal‑axis scale should the student use?

Question 3 of 3

A class measures the lengths of eight leaves. The measurements (in inches) are: 2 1/2, 2 3/4, 3, 3 1/4, 3 1/2, 3 3/4, 4, and 4 1/4. To display these data on a line plot, the horizontal axis should be marked in which units?

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