PS - Measurements and Conversions

Scientists use which system of measurement?

• The English System

• The Metric System

• Either of these

• Neither of these

Using the metric system is beneficial for what reasons? Select all that apply.

• Results are communicated efficiently.

• There is a greater level of precision.

• Converting units is more easily completed.

• It confuses us.

We're going on a road trip from Missouri to Washington! What units would be most beneficial for measuring such a distance?

• Kilometers

• Decimeters

• Millimeters

• Meters

When measuring the size of a post-it note, what tool would you want to use?

• Meter stick

• Centimeter ruler

• Balance

• Graduated cylinder

When measuring the amount of liquid in a sponge, what tool would you want to use?

• Meter stick

• Centimeter ruler

• Balance

• Graduated cylinder

When measuring the mass of a handful of chocolate chips, what tool would you want to use?

• Meter stick

• Centimeter ruler

• Balance

• Graduated cylinder

When measuring the length of a classroom, what tool would you want to use?

• Meter stick

• Centimeter ruler

• Balance

• Graduated cylinder

The metric base units for distance are _____________.

• Meters

• Liters

• Grams

• Celsius

The metric base unit for temperature is _____________.

• Meters

• Liters

• Grams

• Celsius

The metric base unit for mass is _____________.

• Meters

• Liters

• Grams

• Celsius