Measurement Conversions and Proportions

What is the first step in solving a measurement conversion problem using proportions?

• Cross-multiply the numbers.

• Divide the given number by the conversion factor.

• Set up a labeled proportion.

• Identify the final unit of measure.

After setting up a labeled proportion, what are the next mathematical operations typically performed to find the answer?

• Add and subtract

• Multiply and add

• Cross-multiply and divide

• Square and cube

How many centimeters are in 5.5 meters?

• 55 cm

• 550 cm

• 5500 cm

• 0.055 cm

A track is 400 meters long. What is its length in centimeters?

• 4000 cm

• 40000 cm

• 400000 cm

• 4000000 cm

When setting up a proportion for measurement conversion, what is crucial about the units on both sides?

• They must be different.

• They must be consistent (same units on top, same units on bottom).

• Only the numbers matter, not the units.

• Units should be ignored until the final step.

What is the length of a cafeteria in centimeters if it is 38 meters long?

• 38 cm

• 380 cm

• 3800 cm

• 38000 cm

A recipe calls for 3 pounds of flour. How many ounces of flour is that?

• 32 ounces

• 48 ounces

• 64 ounces

• 160 ounces

A dog weighs 72 pounds. How many ounces does the dog weigh?

• 1152 ounces

• 1120 ounces

• 1200 ounces

• 720 ounces

A car's fuel tank has a capacity of 12 gallons. How many quarts can it hold?

• 24 quarts

• 36 quarts

• 48 quarts

• 60 quarts

How many quarts are in 3.5 gallons?

• 7 quarts

• 10 quarts

• 14 quarts

• 17.5 quarts