Scholastic Success With: Math, Grade 3
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Comparing units
of measure
Weight Watcher
Name ______________________________________________
Date _________________
Weight can be measured in ounces (oz.) and pounds (lb.). 16 oz. = 1 lb.
Which unit of measure would you use to weigh the items below?
Underline the more sensible measure.
1. An apple
ounces
7. A balloon
pounds
2. A pair of sneakers
ounces
pounds
3. A bar of soap
ounces
pounds
pounds
ounces
pounds
ounces
pounds
ounces
pounds
11. A slice of pizza
pounds
6. A baseball player
ounces
8. A jam sandwich
10. A pair of socks
5. A watermelon
ounces
pounds
9. A baseball bat
4. A bicycle
ounces
ounces
pounds
ounces
pounds
12. A full backpack
ounces
pounds
13. A large dog
ounces
pounds
14. A loaf of bread
ounces
pounds
15. A paintbrush
ounces
52
pounds
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1. ounces; 2. pounds; 3. ounces; 4. pounds
5. pounds; 6. pounds; 7. ounces; 8. ounces
9. pounds; 10. ounces; 11. ounces; 12. pounds
13. pounds; 14. ounces; 15. ounces