Estimating Distance

Accuracy is overrated! In this BrainPOP movie, Tim and Moby will show you why, sometimes, being almost right is good enough. Discover what an estimate is as well as when it’s a good idea to estimate. You’ll also find out how a map scale is useful, and how to use one when estimating the distance from one place to another using a road or track that’s not exactly straight. Next, you’ll figure out how to estimate the straight-line distance between two spots. Finally, you’ll learn how to estimate circular distances and how to find the circumference of a circle. Here’s a hint: it helps to carry a ruler around!

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