Page 104 - ICSE Math 2

Let’s learn how to make a simple weighing balance and weigh things using
non-standard weights.

• Take two plas c or thermocol plates. Make three holes near their edges at

equal distance.

• Take 6 strong strands of wool or thread of equal
length.

• Tie one strand of wool or thread on each hole
made in the plates as shown.

• Take one plate and e all the three strands of wool or thread together on
a hanger as shown.

• Tie the second plate on the other end of the hanger.

• Secure the thread on both sides

of the hanger using a tape a er
balancing both the plates as
shown.

Your weighing balance is ready.

You can use stones, pebbles,
coins, marbles, etc., as non-

standard weights to weigh other
things.

Now using the weighing balance made by you, weigh the objects listed in the

table.

Object Non-standard weight used Weight

Pencil box

Watch

Book

Lunch box

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