Common Core: 3rd Grade Math : Unit Squares Used to Measure Area: CCSS.Math.Content.3.MD.C.5a

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for Common Core: 3rd Grade Math

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Example Questions

Example Question #176 : Measurement & Data

How many square units make up the area of the shape below? 

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Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

The shape is made up of unit squares. We can count the number of squares within the shape to find the area. 

There are  squares within the shape. 

Example Question #177 : Measurement & Data

How many square units make up the area of the shape below? 

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Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

The shape is made up of unit squares. We can count the number of squares within the shape to find the area. 

There are  squares within the shape. 

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