Metric Conversions: Conversion of Distance and Length

The video tutorial explains how to convert distances between different units. It starts with converting kilometers to miles, using a conversion factor of 0.62. Examples are provided to illustrate the process. The tutorial then shifts to converting centimeters to inches, using a conversion factor of 0.39, and provides examples. Finally, it covers converting inches to centimeters with a conversion factor of 2.54. The importance of using correct conversion factors is emphasized, and viewers are encouraged to refer to textbooks and other resources for these factors.

If you see a road sign indicating 15 kilometers, how many miles is that approximately?

• 9.3 miles

• 7.5 miles

• 10.5 miles

• 8.7 miles

What is the conversion factor used to convert centimeters to inches?

• 0.39

• 0.62

• 1.61

• 2.54

How many inches are there in 30 centimeters?

• 12.5 inches

• 11.7 inches

• 10.2 inches

• 9.3 inches

To convert inches to centimeters, which conversion factor should be used?

• 2.54

• 1.61

• 0.39

• 0.62

If you have 100 inches, how many centimeters would that be?

• 127 centimeters

• 150 centimeters

• 200 centimeters

• 254 centimeters