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Feet, Foot

Definition Of Feet, Foot

Foot or Feet is the customary unit of length.

More About Feet, Foot

'Feet' is the plural of 'Foot'.
1 foot = 12 inches, 3 feet = 1 yard, and 5280 feet = 1 mile.
Feet are abbreviated as 'ft'.

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Example of Feet, Foot

To measure the height of a door, 'feet' is the best unit as inches are smaller unit and miles are bigger ones.

Solved Example on Feet, Foot

Ques: Choose the object whose approximate length is about 1 foot.

Choices:

A. a keyboard
B. an eraser
C. a pen
D. a playground
Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Step 1: Visualize the objects listed and compare their lengths with the length of 1 foot
Step 2: 1 foot is about the same length as a keyboard.
Step 3: A keyboard would be about 1 foot long.

Quick Summary

  • Foot is a unit of length in the customary system.
  • 1 foot = 12 inches
  • 3 feet = 1 yard
  • 5280 feet = 1 mile
  • Feet are abbreviated as 'ft'.
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🍎 Teacher Insights

Use real-world examples like measuring the classroom or objects within it to illustrate the concept of feet. Hands-on activities are highly effective.

🎓 Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of measurement
  • Familiarity with inches

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: Which of the following is approximately 1 foot long?

Q2: How many inches are in a foot?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many inches are in 2 feet?
A: Since 1 foot is 12 inches, 2 feet is 2 * 12 = 24 inches.

Q: What is the abbreviation for feet?
A: The abbreviation for feet is 'ft'.

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