Basic Examples (2) 

Show a tape measure with fractions nearest to .4321 inches:

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Use the "Print Dataset" button for more details:

Scope (2) 

The distance can be larger than 1:

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Any numeric input is acceptable:

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Applications (2) 

Note the zero mark on the vernier (with precision to the nearest thousandth of an inch):

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Find the closest fraction on a standard measuring tape:

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Properties and Relations (2) 

Convert .293 to the nearest tape measure fraction:

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Rationalize also converts to a fraction, but the resulting fraction denominator is not restricted to powers of 2:

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Possible Issues (2) 

TapeMeasureNumberLinePlot cannot handle integers:

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TapeMeasureNumberLinePlot returns unevaluated for nonpositive inputs:

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Neat Examples (1) 

A manipulate to convert from tenths of an inch to imperial fractions:

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