Metric Conversions: Conversions of Mass

The video tutorial explains the concept of mass and how it is measured in different systems, specifically the English and metric systems. It provides examples of converting mass from kilograms to pounds and vice versa, using conversion factors. The tutorial aims to clarify common confusions when switching between these measurement systems.

What is mass typically measured in within the metric system?

• Grams

• Ounces

• Kilograms

• Pounds

If you have 2 kilograms of cheese, how many pounds is that equivalent to?

• 6.2 pounds

• 5.0 pounds

• 4.4 pounds

• 3.5 pounds

What is the conversion factor used to convert kilograms to pounds?

• 1.5 pounds per kilogram

• 2.0 pounds per kilogram

• 2.5 pounds per kilogram

• 2.2 pounds per kilogram

If someone weighs 104 pounds, how much do they weigh in kilograms?

• 45.5 kilograms

• 50.2 kilograms

• 46.8 kilograms

• 48.0 kilograms

What is the conversion factor used to convert pounds to kilograms?

• 0.45 kilograms per pound

• 0.40 kilograms per pound

• 0.50 kilograms per pound

• 0.35 kilograms per pound