Understanding the Delta Symbol: A Guide to Units of Measure

Understanding the Delta Symbol: A Guide to Units of Measure

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Physics

6th - 8th Grade

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This video tutorial explains the delta symbol, which represents the change in a unit of measure. It focuses on the concept of change in time, where the final time is subtracted from the initial time to find the difference. An example is provided using a cookie tray in the oven to illustrate delta T. The video concludes by emphasizing that this method applies to various physical properties like temperature, velocity, and mass.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the delta symbol represent in measurements?

The change in a unit measure

A constant value

The average of two values

The sum of two measurements

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the cookie baking example, what is the initial time?

10:05

10:15

10:30

10:25

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do you calculate the change in time?

Add the initial and final times

Multiply the initial and final times

Subtract the initial time from the final time

Divide the final time by the initial time

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a physical property that can be measured using the delta symbol?

Temperature

Velocity

Color

Mass

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main takeaway when you see the delta symbol in measurements?

Divide the final measurement by the initial measurement

Subtract the initial measurement from the final measurement

Multiply the measurements

Add the initial and final measurements