Converting Metric Units Using Place Value and a Chart

This lesson teaches how to convert larger metric units to smaller ones using place value and charts. It explains the metric system's structure, focusing on prefixes like kilo, and demonstrates how place value understanding aids in conversions. The lesson compares metric and place value charts, showing their similarities and differences. It provides strategies for converting units, such as multiplying by 10 for each step to the right on the chart. The lesson also addresses common misunderstandings, emphasizing the importance of less commonly used prefixes like hecto, deka, and deci.

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