Units of Measurement (Conversion Word Problems)

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What is a unit of measurement?

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A unit of measurement is a standard quantity used to express a physical quantity, such as length, mass, or volume.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.3

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How many feet are in a yard?

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There are 3 feet in a yard.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

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What is the formula to convert kilometers to meters?

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To convert kilometers to meters, multiply the number of kilometers by 1,000.

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CCSS.2.MD.A.2

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How do you calculate the perimeter of a rectangle?

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The perimeter of a rectangle is calculated by adding the lengths of all sides: P = 2(length + width).

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CCSS.4.MD.A.3

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What is the relationship between liters and milliliters?

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1 liter is equal to 1,000 milliliters.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

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How do you convert grams to kilograms?

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To convert grams to kilograms, divide the number of grams by 1,000.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

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What is the total distance traveled if a person runs 24 feet and then 70 yards?

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To find the total distance, convert yards to feet: 70 yards = 210 feet. Total = 24 feet + 210 feet = 234 feet.

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CCSS.5.MD.A.1

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If a recipe calls for 1 liter of juice and you make 2 batches, how much juice do you need?

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You need 2 liters of juice for 2 batches.

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CCSS.3.MD.A.2

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What is the mass of a nickel in grams?

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A nickel has a mass of 5 grams.

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CCSS.3.MD.A.2

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How do you find the total mass of multiple coins?

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Multiply the mass of each type of coin by the number of coins, then add the totals together.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.2