Dimensional Analysis Practice

Front

What is dimensional analysis?

Back

A mathematical technique used to convert between units of measurement by using conversion factors.

Front

How many grams are in a kilogram?

Back

1 kilogram = 1000 grams.

Front

What is the first step in solving dimensional analysis problems?

Back

Identify your 'known' and 'unknown' values.

Front

Convert 1,800 grams to kilograms.

Back

1.8 kilograms.

Front

Convert 1.07 meters to centimeters.

Back

107 centimeters.

Front

How many inches are in a foot?

Back

1 foot = 12 inches.

Front

Convert 32,190 inches/year to yards/day.

Back

2.4 yards/day.

Front

How many feet are in a mile?

Back

1 mile = 5280 feet.

Front

Convert 43 miles into feet.

Back

227,040 feet.

Front

What is a conversion factor?

Back

A ratio that expresses how many of one unit are equal to another unit.