Conversion Review for Test

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What is a proportion?

Back

A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

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How do you convert miles to kilometers?

Back

To convert miles to kilometers, multiply the number of miles by 1.60934.

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How many kilometers are in 5 miles?

Back

Approximately 8 kilometers.

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If 4 inches on a map represents 60 miles, how do you find the distance for 9 inches?

Back

Set up a proportion: 4 inches/60 miles = 9 inches/x miles, then solve for x.

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How many inches are in 1 mile?

Back

There are 63,360 inches in 1 mile.

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What is the conversion factor from yards to meters?

Back

1 yard is approximately 0.914 meters.

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How do you convert yards to meters?

Back

Multiply the number of yards by 0.914 to get meters.

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What is the formula to convert feet to inches?

Back

Multiply the number of feet by 12 to get inches.

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If 1 mile = 5280 feet, how many feet are in 3 miles?

Back

3 miles = 3 x 5280 = 15,840 feet.

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What is the relationship between inches and feet?

Back

There are 12 inches in 1 foot.