standard_description: Apply the area and perimeter formulas for rectangles in real world and mathematical problems. For example, find the width of a rectangular room given the area of the flooring and the length, by viewing the area formula as a multiplication equation with an unknown factor.
problem_activity: Problem 1
Estimate the mass of the following objects in grams or kilograms, depending on which is more appropriate. Then measure their actual mass using your tool(s).
a.   Pair of scissors
b.   Thumbtack
c.   Ruler
d.   Textbook
Problem 2
What is the mass of each of the following objects, according to the reading on the scale? For any measurement that isn’t exact, make your best estimate.
a.
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c.
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