Customary Units of Measure
Liquids and Mass
How do we measure liquids in standard units?
- fluid ounces
- cups
- pints
- quarts
- gallons
When we think of liquids we should think of the GALLON MAN!
How can we measure liquids?
Use measuring cups, buckets, glasses, etc. to determine how much liquid you have.
How do we measure mass in customary units?
- ounces
- pounds
- tons
Common Items to help us think about weight
- 1 ounce = 5 quarters
- 1 pound = 1 package of butter
- 1 ton = a car
How do we measure weight?
Use a scale to determine the weight of an object.