Solving Problems with Mixed Units of Measurement

This lesson teaches how to solve problems involving mixed units of measurement by converting them to a common unit. It covers metric system conversions, both from larger to smaller units and vice versa, using a mnemonic device for easy recall. The lesson includes a real-life example of converting mixed units to solve a problem, emphasizing the importance of choosing a common unit for accurate calculations.

What is the process for converting a larger unit to a smaller unit in the metric system?

• Divide by moving the decimal point to the left

• Subtract zeros from the right of the number

• Multiply by moving the decimal point to the right

• Add zeros to the left of the number

When converting millimeters to meters, how many places should the decimal point be moved?

• One place to the right

• Two places to the left

• Four places to the right

• Three places to the left

Why is it often easier to convert measurements to the smallest unit?

• It involves adding more decimal points

• It usually requires less multiplication

• It simplifies calculations by reducing decimal points

• It makes the numbers larger and easier to handle

What mnemonic device is used to remember the order of metric prefixes?

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• Every good boy deserves fudge

• Please excuse my dear Aunt Sally

• My very educated mother just served us noodles

In the paper recycling problem, what is the smallest unit to which all measurements are converted?

• Centimeters

• Millimeters

• Grams

• Kilograms

How many grams of paper did the Martinez family recycle on Tuesday?

• 15,098 grams

• 98 grams

• 10,000 grams

• 5,000 grams

What is the total amount of paper recycled by the Martinez family over three days?

• 5,098 grams

• 10,098 grams

• 15,098 grams

• 20,098 grams