Why is it better to use a divider and a ruler than a ruler only, while measuring the

length of a line segment?

Question

Why is it better to use a divider and a ruler than a ruler only while measuring the length of a line segment

Accepted Answer

It is better to use a divider than a ruler because the thickness of the ruler may cause difficulties in the reading of her length However the divider gives up an accurate measurement

ML Aggarwal Solutions Class 6 Mathematics Solutions for Understanding Symmetrical Shapes Exercise 11 in Chapter 11 - Understanding Symmetrical Shapes