CH 2 : Worksheet 1 - Intro to Dimensional Analysis

Front

What is the conversion factor between yards and feet?

Back

1 yard = 3 feet.

Front

How do you convert yards to feet?

Back

Multiply the number of yards by 3.

Front

What is the Olympic record for the high jump in feet if it is 2.6 yards?

Back

7.8 feet.

Front

What is a conversion factor?

Back

A conversion factor is a ratio that expresses how many of one unit are equal to another unit.

Front

All conversion factors are equal to _______.

Back

one.

Front

How do you convert pounds to kilograms?

Back

Multiply the number of pounds by 0.453592.

Front

What is the weight of 173 pounds of calcium in kilograms?

Back

78.5 kg.

Front

What is the relationship between grams and kilograms?

Back

1 kilogram = 1000 grams.

Front

If 1 pound = 454 grams, how many grams are in 5 pounds?

Back

2270 grams.

Front

What is dimensional analysis?

Back

Dimensional analysis is a method to convert one unit of measurement to another using conversion factors.