Measurement and Conversion Problems

The video tutorial covers solving multi-step measurement problems, including converting units and performing calculations. It features examples like serving ice cream, calculating truck cargo weight, determining tubing length, and converting running distances. The teacher provides step-by-step guidance and encourages students to practice further.

What is the first step in solving multi-step measurement problems?

• Ignore unnecessary details

• Convert units immediately

• Record the given information

• Guess the answer

How many gallons of ice cream are there in total if there are 6 containers, each holding 3 gallons?

• 21 gallons

• 18 gallons

• 15 gallons

• 12 gallons

How many cups are in 18 gallons of ice cream?

• 432 cups

• 288 cups

• 144 cups

• 576 cups

What is the weight limit of the bridge in pounds if it can hold 5 tons?

• 15,000 pounds

• 12,000 pounds

• 10,000 pounds

• 8,000 pounds

How many additional pounds of cargo can be added to a truck weighing 8,750 pounds if the bridge limit is 10,000 pounds?

• 3,000 pounds

• 2,000 pounds

• 1,250 pounds

• 4,000 pounds

How many inches of tubing are needed for 18 washing machines if each requires 16 inches?

• 352 inches

• 384 inches

• 288 inches

• 320 inches

How many yards of tubing are needed if 288 inches are required?

• 6 yards

• 12 yards

• 8 yards

• 10 yards

How many pints of paint will be left if Larry starts with 9 gallons and uses 10 quarts and 3 gallons?

• 50 pints

• 40 pints

• 30 pints

• 20 pints

How many miles did Katisha run if she ran 20 laps around a 440-yard track?

• 7 miles

• 6 miles

• 5 miles

• 4 miles

What should you do after completing the practice problems?

• Skip to the next chapter

• Redo the entire lesson

• Complete the even-numbered problems

• Review the odd-numbered problems