Measurement Conversions and Systems

This lesson covers measurement conversions within the customary and metric systems, using reference materials and proportion solving strategies. Examples include converting feet to inches, pints to quarts, and meters to centimeters. The lesson also addresses handling conversions that require multiple steps, such as converting yards to inches. Students will learn to use reference cards and proportion strategies to perform conversions effectively.

What are the two main systems of measurement discussed in the lesson?

• Customary and Metric

• Customary and Imperial

• Metric and Decimal

• Imperial and Metric

In the United States, which system is primarily used for measurement?

• Metric

• Imperial

• Customary

• Decimal

Which of the following is a unit of length in the metric system?

• Miles

• Inches

• Centimeters

• Feet

What is the primary tool mentioned for making measurement conversions?

• Conversion Table

• STAR Reference Card

• Calculator

• Ruler

How many inches are there in one foot?

• 10

• 15

• 12

• 20

If a driveway is 20 feet long, how many inches long is it?

• 260 inches

• 240 inches

• 220 inches

• 200 inches

How many pints are equivalent to one quart?

• 3 pints

• 4 pints

• 2 pints

• 1 pint

If a class drinks 28 pints of milk, how many quarts is that?

• 12 quarts

• 14 quarts

• 18 quarts

• 16 quarts

How many centimeters are there in one meter?

• 150

• 100

• 50

• 75

If a classroom is 7 meters wide, how many centimeters wide is it?

• 800 cm

• 700 cm

• 500 cm

• 600 cm