Conversion of Yards to Inches

The video tutorial explains how to convert 4 1/2 yards into inches. It begins by converting the mixed number into an improper fraction, then converts yards to feet, and finally feet to inches. The process involves multiplying by conversion factors and simplifying fractions to reach the final answer of 162 inches.

Why is it important to convert mixed numbers into improper fractions when dealing with multiplication and division?

• It changes the value of the numbers.

• It makes the numbers smaller.

• It is required by mathematical rules.

• It simplifies the calculation process.

What is the improper fraction form of 4 and 1/2?

• 8/2

• 9/2

• 10/2

• 11/2

How many feet are there in 9/2 yards?

• 36/2 feet

• 18/2 feet

• 9/2 feet

• 27/2 feet

What is the next step after converting yards to feet in this problem?

• Convert feet to millimeters.

• Convert feet to centimeters.

• Convert feet to meters.

• Convert feet to inches.

How many inches are there in one foot?

• 13 inches

• 12 inches

• 11 inches

• 10 inches

What is the final result of converting 4 and 1/2 yards into inches?

• 150 inches

• 160 inches

• 162 inches

• 170 inches

What is the simplified multiplication step to find the number of inches from feet?

• 27 times 3

• 27 times 2

• 27 times 6

• 27 times 12

What is the purpose of dividing 12 by 2 in the calculation?

• To make the numbers larger.

• To change the units.

• To verify the result.

• To simplify the multiplication.

What is the result of multiplying 27 by 6?

• 162

• 160

• 152

• 168

Why does the final result of 162 inches make sense?

• Because it is less than 4 yards.

• Because it is more than 4 yards.

• Because it is three times the number of feet.

• Because it is the same as the number of feet.