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A yardstick is just a little longer than a meterstick.

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What is a little longer than a yardstick and is used to measure distance?

A yardstick is just a little longer than a meterstick. Generally used to measure distance.


Is a meterstick bigger then a yardstick?

yes


How much longer is a meterstick than a yardstick?

A "meterstick" one meter in length is 39.37 inches, compared to a yard at 36 inches. So while the two can be comparable for rough estimates, a more precise value of 39 inches, or 3 1/4 ft (3.28 feet) is more accurate.


How many centimeters are in a meterstick?

A "meterstick" is a measuring device (like a ruler or yardstick) and is usually exactly one meter in length*.In the metric SI system of measurement 1 meter = 100 centimeters.A centimeter is exactly 1/100 of a meter.*Meter sticks, like some rulers, can be longer than an actual meter, about 39.5 inches long, so measurements should only be made on the scaled edge.


What will you use a ruler a meterstick or a yardstick to measure how long the strap on your book bag is?

You would use a ruler or a meterstick to measure the length of the strap on your book bag. A yardstick is typically used for larger measurements and may not be as precise for measuring smaller objects like a strap.


How would you measure a yardstick?

With another yardstick. Or you could take the easy way and use the little lines on the side of the first yardstick, but where's the fun in that? You could also use a meterstick, but that wouldn't be as helpful if you want inches. It all depends on what answer you're trying to get.


What are 3 things longer than a half meter?

A Hummer, a yardstick, and a meter stick.


What are the advantages of meterstick?

A meter stick is longer than a ruler. This allows larger items to be measured with less movement of the measuring tool.


What is longer yardstick or centimeter ruler?

well, assuming you mean a regular centimetre ruler with 30 cm a yardstick would be longer, but if you meant metrestick, then the metrestick would be longer.


What is better to use when measuring a fence with a yardstick or a meterstick?

There's really no difference. If your plans are in meters, it's more convenient to use the meter stick. Likewise, if your plans are in feet, use the yard stick.


Kim wants to measure the length of her bedroom Which tool should Kim use?

Many people like to use a tape measure for measuring area, but some will use a yardstick (or meterstick, as the case may be).


What is the straight measuring instrument that is marked at intervals and used to measure distances?

That would be a ruler, yardstick, or meterstick, depending on the system of measure you are using.