Question

choose the correct tools for each of the following measurements. the volume of a sugar cube: ruler graduated cylinder balance gular block of metal:

Explanation:

Step1: Recall volume formula for regular - shaped objects

For a cube (or a regular block), the volume formula is \(V = l\times w\times h\) (where \(l\) is length, \(w\) is width, and \(h\) is height). To find the volume using this formula, we need to measure the linear dimensions (length, width, height).

Step2: Analyze the function of each tool

• A ruler is used to measure linear dimensions (length, width, height) in units like centimeters or inches.
• A graduated cylinder is used to measure the volume of liquids (by the displacement method for irregular - shaped solids submerged in liquid, but not for regular - shaped solids like a sugar cube in a straightforward way).
• A balance is used to measure mass, not volume.

Answer:

ruler