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Sam has 3 wooden steps each of 6 cm, 2 steps each of 4 cm, and 1 step of 9 cm. Which step is the longest?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 2 · Mathematics · The Longest Step
  1. 6 cm
  2. 4 cm
  3. 9 cm
  4. 5 cm
Answer
9 cm

The correct answer is 9 cm — Conclude that the longest step is 9 cm.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the lengths of all steps: 6 cm, 4 cm, and 9 cm.
  2. Compare the lengths: 9 cm is larger than 6 cm and 4 cm.
  3. Conclude that the longest step is 9 cm.
Common mistake: ignoring the single 9 cm step

Concept tested: comparison of lengths

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