Convert Units of Measurement

What is the first step in converting units of measurement?

• Multiply by a conversion factor
• Estimate the result
• Add the measurements
• Identify the units involved

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Which of the following statements about unit conversion is true?

• Unit conversion is only necessary in science.
• Unit conversion is only for metric units.
• Unit conversion is not needed in everyday life.
• Unit conversion helps in solving measurement problems.

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How many inches are there in 6 feet?

• 60 inches
• 72 inches
• 84 inches
• 96 inches

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If a tank is 4 feet long, how many inches is that?

• 36 inches
• 48 inches
• 54 inches
• 60 inches

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Which of the following correctly states the relationship between ounces and pounds?

• 12 ounces in 1 pound
• 20 ounces in 1 pound
• 8 ounces in 1 pound
• 16 ounces in 1 pound

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What is the equivalent of 2 pounds in ounces?

• 24 ounces
• 48 ounces
• 32 ounces
• 16 ounces

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How many centimeters are in 1 meter?

• 100 centimeters
• 75 centimeters
• 50 centimeters
• 125 centimeters

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If a person is 1.24 meters tall, how tall are they in centimeters?

• 100 centimeters
• 110 centimeters
• 124 centimeters
• 130 centimeters

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How many grams are there in 1 kilogram?

• 500 grams
• 750 grams
• 1000 grams
• 1500 grams

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If you have 500 grams, how many kilograms do you have?

• 1.5 kilograms
• 0.5 kilograms
• 2 kilograms
• 1 kilogram

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