1 Cyclothymic Disorder, or Cyclothymiaâ a mild form of bipolar disorder. 2  People with cyclothymia have episodes of hypomania as well as mild depression for at least 2 years. 3  However, the symptoms do not meet the diagnostic requirements for any other type of bipolar disorder.
Shorter rulers are convenient for keeping in a pocket. Longer rulers, e.g., 18 inches (45 cm) are necessary in some cases. Rigid wooden or plastic yardsticks, 1 yard long and meter sticks, 1 meter long, are also used.
For items that are not circular, such as sculptures, measure the Height, Width, and Depth of the object. 1  Adjust your ruler so that it is aligned with your object. The ruler should be straight and parallel to the object.  Move to the opposite side of the object you are measuring and read the ruler.