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STANDARD 4.2 (GEOMETRY AND MEASUREMENT)
CLUSTER 2/STANDARD 2

SAMPLE TEST QUESTION

Standard 2, Strand D

Two paper clips weigh about 1 gram. Which is the best estimate of the number of paper clips in a kilogram package?

A. 500
B. 1000
C. 2000
D. 4000

 
The correct answer is C.
Rationale:
The correct answer is C. There are 1000 grams in one kilogram. If 2 paperclips weigh 1 gram, then 2000 paper clips would weigh approximately 1 kg.