what is the line segement for each length 2 1/4 and 7/8 when measured with a ruler
To find the line segment on a ruler corresponding to a given length, follow these steps:
1. Start by identifying the smallest unit marked on the ruler. For example, if your ruler has markings for every 1/16th of an inch, the smallest unit would be 1/16.
2. Convert the given lengths, 2 1/4 and 7/8, into a common fraction with the same denominator. Both lengths can be converted into sixteenths to match the ruler's smallest unit.
- 2 1/4 = 9/4, which is equivalent to 36/16.
- 7/8 = 14/16.
3. Now, locate the corresponding marks on the ruler for each length:
- For 36/16, start at the 0 mark on the ruler and count 36 marks (each representing 1/16th of an inch) along the ruler. The 36th mark will indicate the end point of the line segment.
- For 14/16, start at the 0 mark on the ruler and count 14 marks (each representing 1/16th of an inch) along the ruler. The 14th mark will indicate the end point of the line segment.
Note: If your ruler does not have markings for every 1/16th of an inch, you may need to estimate the positions between the nearest markings to determine the measurement.