SOL Prep

Measurement and Geometry

Virginia SOL 3.MG.1

Estimate and measure length, weight/mass, and liquid volume using standard units.

Study 3.MG.1 with SOL PrepBack to Grade 3 Math

What students need to be able to do

  • Justify whether an estimate or exact measurement is needed for a contextual situation.
  • Estimate and measure length to the nearest U.S. Customary unit (1/2 inch, inch, foot, yard).
  • Estimate and measure length to the nearest metric unit (centimeter, meter).
  • Estimate and measure weight/mass to the nearest U.S. Customary unit (pound).
  • Estimate and measure weight/mass to the nearest metric unit (kilogram).
  • Estimate and measure liquid volume to the nearest U.S. Customary unit (cup, pint, quart, gallon).
  • Estimate and measure liquid volume to the nearest metric unit (liter).
  • Compare estimates of length, weight/mass, or liquid volume with actual measurements.