Question

measure the object using both rulers and choose the best estimate.
about 14 inches
about 14 cm
about 13 cm
about 13 inches

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the centimeter ruler

The object (scissors) starts at the 0 mark on the centimeter ruler and ends around the 14 cm mark (visually, the tip aligns near 14 cm).

Step2: Analyze the inch ruler

The inch ruler shows the object ends around 5 - 6 inches, which is not 13 - 14 inches, so inch options are incorrect.

Step3: Evaluate options

• "About 14 inches" is wrong (too long, as inch ruler shows ~5 - 6 inches).
• "About 14 cm" matches the centimeter ruler's measurement.
• "About 13 cm" is close but 14 cm is a better estimate.
• "About 13 inches" is wrong (same as inch issue).

Answer:

About 14 cm