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Learning objective overview
Master Teaching Guide coverage for this objective.
Current NZC (2007)
GM4-4
New NZC (2026)
NZC26-P4-MEA-MEA-K-Y9-12
Resources
- Alpha textbook: Uniform Scales in Ex 20.03, pgs 322 & 333
- Alpha textbook: Non-Uniform Scales in Ex 20.04, pgs 324 & 325
- CorbettMaths worksheetQuestions PDF · Answers
- Beta: Skills in Ex 14.06 & 14.07, pg 269 & 271
Terminology
- scale
- interval
- division
- estimate
- units
Task goals
- Read a value from a linear scale, such as a ruler, by identifying the marked interval and counting divisions.
- Read a value from a dial or circular scale by interpreting the pointer's position.
- Work out the value of each unmarked division on a scale from the values of the marked intervals.
- Estimate a value that falls between two marked divisions on a scale.
- Apply scale-reading skills to everyday measuring instruments, including rulers, dials, thermometers, and weighing scales.
Where this fits
What leads into this objective, and where it goes next.
Before
Graphical Models: Sketching and Interpreting Real-World Graphs
Capacity, Density and Time-Based Rates
Applying straight line graphs to solve problems
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Reading scales
Know
Decimal measures are used for very small durations (e.g. milliseconds); the rest of time measurement uses a different system, based principally on 12 and 60.
Statement▸
Year 9 · Measurement · Measuring
NZC26-P4-MEA-MEA-K-Y9-12
Also under GM4-4:
For teachers
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