What are the sizes of the four basic dry measuring cups?

• A. ¼ c, 1/3 c, ½ c, 1 c
• B. ¼ c, ½ c, ¾ c, 1 c
• C. 1/4 c, 1/2 c, 1 c, 2 c
• D. 1/8 c, 1/4 c, 1/2 c, 1 c

Answer: (A)

Knowing the standard dry measuring cup sizes helps you measure common ingredients accurately and quickly. The four basic dry measuring cups are 1/4 cup, 1/3 cup, 1/2 cup, and 1 cup. This set covers small to large amounts you frequently need, and including a 1/3 cup is especially handy when recipes call for a third of a cup. The other options introduce a 3/4 cup or a 2 cup or a 1/8 cup, which are not part of the standard four-piece basic set, making them less practical for a typical starter set. So the combination of 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, and 1 cup is the widely taught, practical four-piece selection.