Converting Distance Using Ratio Reasoning (Part 2)

This video tutorial explains how to convert smaller units to larger ones using ratio reasoning. It provides examples of converting inches to feet and feet to yards, demonstrating the use of division by the ratio of the units. The lesson concludes with a summary of the conversion process and the equations used.

How do you convert 60 inches into feet?

• Multiply 60 by 12

• Divide 60 by 12

• Add 12 to 60

• Subtract 12 from 60

What is the equation to convert X inches into Y feet?

• X * 12 = Y

• X - 12 = Y

• X + 12 = Y

• X / 12 = Y

How many yards are equivalent to 12 feet?

• 2 yards

• 5 yards

• 3 yards

• 4 yards

What is the equation to convert X feet into Y yards?

• X - 3 = Y

• X + 3 = Y

• X / 3 = Y

• X * 3 = Y

What is the key concept used to convert between US customary units of distance?

• Addition reasoning

• Subtraction reasoning

• Ratio reasoning

• Multiplication reasoning