Converting Units to Solve Real World Distance Problems

This lesson teaches how to solve real-world distance problems by converting larger units to smaller units using the customary system of measurement. It introduces the Make a Table strategy for conversions and provides examples, including distributing a fruit snack and comparing running distances. The lesson emphasizes the importance of unit conversion for accurate comparisons.

What is the equivalent of 1 mile in feet?

• 1,760 feet

• 5,280 feet

• 3,000 feet

• 2,500 feet

How many feet are there in 3 yards?

• 3 feet

• 12 feet

• 9 feet

• 6 feet

If Guadalupe has 2 feet of fruit snack, how many inches does that equal?

• 24 inches

• 30 inches

• 12 inches

• 18 inches

How much fruit snack does each friend get if Guadalupe divides 24 inches equally among 3 friends?

• 12 inches

• 10 inches

• 8 inches

• 6 inches

What is a common mistake when comparing distances with different units?

• Ignoring the units

• Ignoring the numbers

• Using diagrams

• Using decimals

How many yards did Juan run if he ran 5 miles?

• 8,800 yards

• 9,000 yards

• 7,080 yards

• 7,500 yards

What is the difference in yards between Juan's and Miguel's running distances?

• 2,000 yards

• 1,500 yards

• 1,000 yards

• 1,720 yards