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Measurement word problems

Students practise solving measurement word problems by adding and subtracting lengths and comparing measurements through multi-step questions (start with a given length, then add, subtract, or find the difference). Level 2nd grade.

By Edform · Mathematics · Grade 2 · Published Oct 28, 2026 · New

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Questions

  1. A ribbon is 8 inches long. Mia adds 7 inches more. How long is the ribbon now?
  2. Which board is longer?
  3. A 36-inch strip is cut by 14 inches. How long is the piece left?
  4. A plant is 17 inches tall. A second plant is 12 inches tall. How much taller is the first plant?
  5. Put the lengths in order from shortest to longest.
  6. Match each length story to its answer.
  7. Choose the correct number in the sentence.
  8. Sort each story by the operation needed to solve it.
  9. Decide whether each statement is true or false.
  10. A 12-inch strip is joined to a 15-inch strip. How many inches long are they together?

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