Measure a Line Segment with a Ruler
Getting started
In this activity you will practice using a ruler. Before you get started read the following information.
To move the ruler: Select the cursor key in the top left corner, then press on the ruler. Once the ruler highlights you will be able to drag the ruler to move it. Press into the white space once you are done moving the ruler.
To rotate the ruler: Drag the black point on the ruler
To adjust the length of the ruler: Use the slider at the bottom right of the screen.
To zoom in: Select the magnify glass and then press in the white space of the workspace as many times as needed to zoom in as you would like.
To zoom out: Select the magnify glass and then press in the white space of the workspace as many times as needed to zoom out as you would like.
Segment 1
Measure the segment shown below. Enter your answer in the box provided.
Segment 2
Measure the segment shown below. Enter your answer in the box provided.
Segment 3
Measure the segment shown below. Enter your answer in the box provided.