Typically the smallest lines are a sixteenth of an inch apart. Some rulers may show thirty-seconds or sixty-fourths of an inch.
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If the lines are on the opposite side of the inches on the ruler, then yes. You must keep in mind, however, that a ruler is used for inches and that the centimeters may not be marked.
you read a ruler by conting the little lines first
Ah, finding 0.59 inches on a ruler is like finding a happy little tree in a beautiful forest. Just locate the half-inch mark, then count nine little lines beyond that. Remember, there are no mistakes, just happy accidents. Happy measuring!
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Oh, dude, 5.51 inches on a ruler is like... well, it's 5.51 inches in from the start, obviously. Just look for the little lines and numbers, they're there for a reason. It's not rocket science... unless you're measuring a rocket, I guess.