Measuring Capacity with Standard Units (litres)
Understanding place value in decimals (tenths, hundredths, thousandths) and performing all four operations with decimals.
Key Questions
- Why do we use litres as a standard unit of capacity?
- How can you estimate whether a container holds more or less than one litre?
- Can you measure the capacity of containers using a litre measure and record your results?
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