Answer to Question #222749 in Geometry for Sphesihle Zuma

Question

1.Give two reasons why we have to teach estimation as part of measurement.
2.DIfferent techniques of estimation exist. Describe the benchmark technique for estimating a distance. Use diagrams in your discussion.
3.are the following estimation valid? If not, say what a better and more sensible estimate for the amount would be.
A, the height of the table is 74,8cm.
B,my mass is 103 000g.
C,the volume of a jug is 2250ml.

Answer 1

1) Estimation of measurements helps learners reason abstractly and quantitatively and also make precision.

2) Pacing is a method of estimating distances by counting the number of paces taken to walk a traverse.

3) They are all right because they are in line with basic common sense.