Converting Customary Units

1. 5.5 customary units
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Multiply
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12
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Bellwork
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Objective: identify and convert units of measure
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2. 5.5 customary units
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Choose an appropriate unit of measure. Explain your choice.
weight of a truck
length of a hallway rug
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3. 5.5 customary units
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To convert from one unit to another we use a process called dimensional analysis.
Use dimensional analysis to convert 10 quarts to gallons.
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4. 5.5 customary units
14 oz = __ lb
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14 in. = __ ft.
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At store A, a 4 /4 lb bag of cashew nuts costs $15.99. Store B charges the same
price for a 76 oz bag of cashews. Which store gives you more for your money?
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6. 5.5 customary units
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3 1 pt = ___ c
2
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7. 5.5 customary units
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8. 5.5 customary units
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