Main Idea

• To be able to carry out investigations, you need to make accurate observations and measurements. 

• Accuracy means that the measurements you get are very close to the true value. 

• To make accurate measurements, you need to use the correct equipment and use the equipment correctly to reduce error. 

Objective

• To take accurate measurements of various quantities provided by the teacher. 

Instructions

1. Twelve stations have been set up around the classroom. 

2. You have been allocated a station number where you are going to take your first measurement. 

3. Use the correct measuring tool to take the measurement. Write it down in your book, in the correct box. 

4. Move to the next station and repeat.