Understanding Ultramarathon Distance Conversion

Understanding Ultramarathon Distance Conversion

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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The video tutorial explains how to convert a 50-kilometer ultramarathon race into miles. It begins by introducing the concept of the race and the need for conversion. The instructor then explains the conversion factor between kilometers and miles, followed by a detailed step-by-step calculation process. The tutorial concludes with the final result, showing that 50 kilometers is equivalent to 31 miles.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the video tutorial?

Diet for athletes

Running techniques

Training for a marathon

Converting kilometers to miles

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the conversion factor used to convert kilometers to miles?

1 km = 0.62 miles

1 km = 62 miles

1 km = 1 mile

1 km = 0.5 miles

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the conversion process, what is the first step mentioned?

Multiply kilometers by 2

Divide kilometers by 2

Set up the conversion factor

Add kilometers and miles

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many miles is a 50k race approximately?

50 miles

31 miles

62 miles

25 miles

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final step in the conversion process?

Add the kilometers and miles

Subtract miles from kilometers

Multiply across and adjust decimal places

Divide miles by kilometers