Word Problems: Measurement for 4th Grade
To solve a measurement word problem, identify the units in the question and the units in the answer, convert so they agree, then do the arithmetic. The examples below work through problems mixing customary and metric units, with practice problems and answers.
DETAILED EXPLANATION
Word problems about measurement involve length, weight, capacity, or time. Read carefully to see what is given and what is asked; then add, subtract, or convert units as needed.
WORKED EXAMPLES WITH STEP BY STEP SOLUTIONS
Example 1
A rope is 15 m long. 8 m is cut off. How long is the remaining rope?
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Solutions:
Step 1: Apply the concept from the lesson above.
Step 2: Carry out the operation or reasoning.
Answer: 15 − 8 = 7 meters.
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