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Using the State Curriculum: Mathematics, Grade 7

Algebra | Geometry | Measurement | Statistics | Probability | Number | Processes

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Standard 3.0 Knowledge of Measurement

Topic C. Applications in Measurement

Indicator 2. Analyze measurement relationships

Objective b. Determine the distance between 2 points using a drawing and a scale

Assessment limit: Use a scale of 1 cm=?, ¼ inch=?, or ½ inch=?, and whole numbers (0 – 1000)

Selected Response Item

Martin, George, Carl, and David are in a school play. This scale drawing shows where each student stands at the beginning of the play.

What is the distance, in yards, between Martin and David?

  1. 2 yards
  2. 4 yards
  3. 6 yards
  4. 8 yards
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Correct Answer:
C

Assessment limit:
Use a scale of 1 cm=?, ¼ inch=?, or ½ inch=?, and whole numbers (0 – 1000)
Resources for Objective 3.C.2.b:
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