Unit Conversions: Length Measurements

This video tutorial demonstrates how to perform length conversions using unit fractions. It covers four examples: converting feet to inches, inches to yards, yards to miles, and miles to inches. Each conversion is explained step-by-step, highlighting the use of unit fractions to simplify and convert units. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of aligning units correctly to ensure accurate conversions.

What is the first step in converting 6 feet to inches using unit fractions?

• Write 6 feet as a fraction with a denominator of 12.

• Convert feet to yards first.

• Multiply 6 feet by 12 directly.

• Write 6 feet as a fraction with a denominator of 1.

How many inches are there in 6 feet?

• 84 inches

• 96 inches

• 72 inches

• 60 inches

Which unit fraction is used to convert feet to inches?

• 1 foot over 12 inches

• 12 inches over 1 foot

• 1 yard over 3 feet

• 3 feet over 1 yard

What is the first conversion step when converting 126 inches to yards?

• Convert inches directly to yards.

• Convert inches to meters.

• Convert inches to centimeters.

• Convert inches to feet.

How many yards are equivalent to 126 inches?

• 3.5 yards

• 2.5 yards

• 4.5 yards

• 5.5 yards

What is the first step in converting 2200 yards to miles?

• Convert yards to kilometers.

• Convert yards to meters.

• Convert yards to feet.

• Convert yards to inches.

How many miles are there in 2200 yards?

• 1.45 miles

• 1.35 miles

• 1.15 miles

• 1.25 miles

What is the first conversion step when converting 1.5 miles to inches?

• Convert miles to feet.

• Convert miles to meters.

• Convert miles to kilometers.

• Convert miles to yards.

How many inches are there in 1.5 miles?

• 95,040 inches

• 85,040 inches

• 90,040 inches

• 100,040 inches

What is the conversion factor from feet to miles?

• 1 mile equals 5500 feet

• 1 mile equals 5000 feet

• 1 mile equals 6000 feet

• 1 mile equals 5280 feet