Converting Measurements Within the Same System

What is today's learning goal?

• To understand the history of measurement systems

• To use proportions to convert units within the same measurement system

• To solve algebraic equations

• To learn about different types of angles

Which math standard are we focusing on today?

• MA.FF9.RP.4.6

• MA.FF8.RP.3.5

• MA.FF7.RP.2.4

• MA.FF6.RP.1.3

What are the two measurement systems mentioned?

• Customary and Metric

• Imperial and Metric

• Standard and Metric

• Customary and Imperial

Which of the following is a customary measurement?

• Kilometers

• Centimeters

• Feet

• Liters

What is the ratio of one foot to inches?

• 1:20

• 1:15

• 1:12

• 1:10

How many inches are there in five feet?

• 50

• 55

• 65

• 60

What is a conversion factor?

• A ratio comparing two different measurements

• A ratio comparing two similar measurements

• A ratio comparing two equal measurements

• A ratio comparing two unequal measurements

How many quarts are there in one gallon?

• 5

• 2

• 4

• 3

What is the conversion factor for quarts to gallons?

• 5:1

• 6:1

• 4:1

• 3:1

How many quarts are there in two gallons?

• 8

• 9

• 7

• 6