How to Calculate Metric Conversions

The video tutorial covers solving a standardized math test question using metric conversions. It is divided into three parts: Part A involves converting Ben's walking distance from kilometers to meters. Part B compares the distances walked by Ben and Alice, requiring subtraction of their respective distances in meters. Part C calculates the total distance walked by Ben, Alice, and Walter in kilometers, involving conversion of Walter's distance from meters to kilometers. The tutorial emphasizes understanding metric conversions and provides a mnemonic to aid memory.

What is the equivalent distance in meters for 1.2 kilometers?

• 120 meters

• 1200 meters

• 12 meters

• 12000 meters

Which of the following is a correct step in converting kilometers to meters?

• Divide by 1000

• Multiply by 1000

• Add 1000

• Subtract 1000

How many meters did Ben walk more than Alice?

• 450 meters

• 350 meters

• 150 meters

• 250 meters

What is the distance in meters that Alice walked?

• 850 meters

• 950 meters

• 900 meters

• 800 meters

What is the total distance in kilometers that Ben, Alice, and Walter walked together?

• 3.1 kilometers

• 1.1 kilometers

• 2.1 kilometers

• 2.5 kilometers

How do you convert 50 meters to kilometers?

• Divide by 1000

• Multiply by 1000

• Multiply by 100

• Divide by 100

What is the distance in kilometers that Walter walked?

• 0.5 meters

• 0.005 kilometers

• 0.5 kilometers

• 0.05 kilometers