Reading a Tape Measure

• Verify sliding tip moves 1/16 of an inch
• Verify that markings are still visible - if not get a new tape measure
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• When measuring a part start reading the measurement with the whole number or inch mark
• Next read the closest line to the length of the part
• The smallest mark on the inch side is 1/16" - so 1/2" equals 8 marks of 8/16"
• The 1/2" line is the longest line between inch marks
• The 1/4" line is slightly shorter marking the 1/4" and 3/4" places
• The 1/8" line is the slightly shorter than the 1/4" line
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