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Yard

Grades 2–5

Definition

A yard is a customary unit of length equal to 3 feet or 36 inches. It is used to measure larger lengths like fabric or field distances.

Examples

  • A football field is 100 yards long.
  • 1 yard = 3 feet = 36 inches.
  • A baseball bat is about 1 yard long.

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