which measures is closest to 59mm?
A 50mm
B 65mm
C 6mm
D 6cm
To determine which measure is closest to 59mm, you need to compare each option to 59mm and determine the smallest difference.
First, calculate the difference between each option and 59mm:
A) 50mm - 59mm = -9mm
B) 65mm - 59mm = 6mm
C) 6mm - 59mm = -53mm
D) 6cm = 60mm - 59mm = 1mm
Next, compare the absolute values of these differences to find the smallest value:
A) |-9mm| = 9mm
B) |6mm| = 6mm
C) |-53mm| = 53mm
D) |1mm| = 1mm
From these calculations, it is clear that option B) 65mm is closest to 59mm as it has the smallest absolute difference of 6mm.