Converting Units of Measurement to Solve Real World Distance Problems

This lesson teaches how to solve real-world distance problems by converting units of measurement. It covers customary distance conversions, such as feet to inches, and provides examples to illustrate the process. A real-world problem involving yarn and bracelets is used to demonstrate the importance of unit conversion and problem-solving skills. The lesson emphasizes the need to understand the problem fully before concluding.

What is the equivalent of 1 yard in feet?

• 2 feet

• 5 feet

• 3 feet

• 4 feet

How many inches are there in 5 feet?

• 70 inches

• 60 inches

• 50 inches

• 80 inches

If you have 84 inches, how many feet do you have?

• 5 feet

• 6 feet

• 7 feet

• 8 feet

Sidney has 8 feet of yarn. How many inches of yarn does she have?

• 108 inches

• 84 inches

• 96 inches

• 72 inches

How many bracelets can Sidney make if each piece of yarn is 6 inches long?

• 18 bracelets

• 12 bracelets

• 14 bracelets

• 16 bracelets

What is the first step in solving a problem with different units of measurement?

• Add the units together

• Convert all units to the same type

• Multiply the units

• Ignore the units

Why is it important to reread the question after solving a problem?

• To find any spelling mistakes

• To check if the problem was skipped

• To see if the question has changed

• To ensure the answer is in the correct units