Question

problem 1/1
each large tick mark on the ruler represents 1 centimeter.
how long is $overline{bh}$ to the nearest $\frac{1}{2}$ of a centimeter?

Explanation:

Step1: Locate points B and H

B is at 1 cm, H is at 5.5 cm.

Step2: Calculate the length of BH

Subtract the position of B from H: $5.5 - 1$.
$5.5-1 = 4.5$

Answer:

$4.5$ cm