Unit Multipliers

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What is a unit multiplier?

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A unit multiplier is a conversion factor used to convert a quantity from one unit to another by multiplying it by a fraction that represents the relationship between the two units.

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How many minutes are in 1 hour?

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60 minutes.

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What is the unit multiplier to convert hours to minutes?

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60 min/1 hr.

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How many feet are in a yard?

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3 feet.

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What is the unit multiplier to convert yards to feet?

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3 ft/1 yd.

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How many pounds are in a ton?

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2,000 pounds.

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What is the unit multiplier to convert pounds to tons?

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1 ton/2,000 lbs.

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How many centimeters are in a foot?

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30.48 centimeters.

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What is the unit multiplier to convert feet to centimeters?

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30.48 cm/1 ft.

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How do you convert feet to yards?

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Divide the number of feet by 3.