Convert Units of Measure
Unit description: Students will extend their knowledge of metric and customary conversions from fourth grade to work with metric units of more sizes, as well as to convert customary volume and mass units.
Essential Outcomes of the Unit
Measurement and Data- Convert like measurement units within a given measurement system.
- 5.MD.1 Convert among different-sized standard measurement units within a given measurement system when the conversion factor is given. Use these conversions in solving multi-step, real world problems.
Essential Questions and Big Ideas
How do I convert metric units?
- The metric system is based on powers of 10.
- Conversions in the metric system can be completed by multiplying or dividing by powers of 10.
How do I convert customary length units?
- Conversion factors can be used to convert length units.
- When converting units, you must consider the relationship between units and their sizes, which is represented as a conversion factor.
How do I convert customary volume units?
- Conversion factors can be used to convert length units.
- When converting units, you must consider the relationship between units and their sizes, which is represented as a conversion factor.
How do I convert customary mass units?
- Conversion factors can be used to convert length units.
- When converting units, you must consider the relationship between units and their sizes, which is represented as a conversion factor.
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