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MEASUREMENT
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PART II.

  1. In Babylonian numbers write the following numbers

25  
44  
17  
59  
38  
  1. Describe the difference between accurate and precise.  Which is preferable over the other (if you just had the choice of one)?

     

  2. Can 1 worm and 1 worm equal a two headed worm? 
    Why or why not?


     

  3. Do 1 drop of water and 1 drop of water equal 2 drops of water? 
    If we lived in a world where our perception revolved around water, would we have a different numbering system? 

     Why or why not?

     

  4. Explain the difference between a number and a numeral?

     

  5. Where did the Babylonians live in what present day country?

     

  6. Has measurements been standard throughout human history?  
    Explain.

     

  7. How can you standardize measurements?

     

  8. The measuring device on the right is divided into increments representing grams.  How many grams does each increment represent?

     

  9. Where does the internet company, “Google” get its name from?

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