How Do You Read A Standard Ruler?
If you’re a homeowner and you don’t know how to read a standard ruler and how to use this skill to do measurements the odds are you’ll get ripped off by contractors when they estimate materials for your home. Take for example you plan on having carpet installed but you can’t measure how many square yards you’ll need. In this scenario you’ll be at the mercy of the estimator and though we’d like to think everyone is honest I know firsthand having worked in the construction industry for many years that this is simply not the case. In this how to “Reading a Standard Ruler,” you will learn through a hands on activity how to break down an inch into its fractional increments. From there you will be guided through a series of activities that will build on that knowledge to ensure you understand how to apply your new skill. For this activity you will need your piece of paper and a pen or pencil. To get started lay the piece of paper in front of you in landscape form (the long side 11″ facing yo
