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Measure Mass and Capacity

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Choose suitable units for mass and capacity, and distinguish grams and pounds from millilitres and cups.

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Learning diagram: use the labelled values. Screen size changes, so these pictures are not calibrated measuring tools.

11 kg = 1,000 g

Kilograms and grams measure mass.

21 L = 1,000 mL

Litres and millilitres measure capacity or liquid volume.

3Scale: mass

Check the scale’s chosen unit before recording a reading.

4Jug: capacity

Use a marked container on a flat surface and read the liquid at eye level.

Use matching units and the stated properties. Explain whether your answer measures length, area or volume.

Choose one answer for each question, then check. Practice results stay on this page and do not change course completion.

1. 2 kilograms equals… 20 g 2,000 g 200 g

2. 500 mL + 500 mL equals… 1 L 100 L 10 mL

3. Are an ounce and a fluid ounce the same kind of unit? Yes Only for every liquid No

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For hands-on practice, use a real ruler, square paper or blocks. Keep units visible and explain your method.