1.  A measurement must include both a number and a unit.

2.  Two measurements may be easily compared if the same unit is used.

3.  One unit may be more appropriate than another to measure an object.

4.  There is an inverse relationship between the number of units and the size
         of the unit.

5.  Standard units are needed to communicate effectively.

6.  A smaller unit will give a more exact measurement.
 

    Measurement is an integral part of the mathematics curriculum

    It provides many applications to everyday life
    It can be used to help learn other mathematics
    It can be related to other areas of the school curriculum
    It involves the students in active learning
    It can be approached through problem solving