Pick the best choice by estimating. Do not measure. For metric measurements, do not attempt to convert to the U.S. system. The hardest part of the transition to the metric system is the transition to thinking in metrics.
The perimeter of a dollar bill is about __________.

A) 36 in.
B) 46 in.
C) 6 in.
D) 18 in.
E) 56 in.

Question

Pick the best choice by estimating. Do not measure. For metric measurements, do not attempt to convert to the U.S. system. The hardest part of the transition to the metric system is the transition to thinking in metrics. ​
The perimeter of a dollar bill is about __________.
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A) 36 in.
B) 46 in.
C) 6 in.
D) 18 in.
E) 56 in.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A U.S. dollar bill is approximately 6 inches long and 2.5 inches wide. Adding these dimensions together for all sides (6+6+2.5+2.5) gives a total of 17 inches, which is closest to 18 inches, making option D the best estimate.

Pick the Best Choice by Estimating