Switching Between Measurement Systems

Convert between measurement systems, including the use of proportions and the use of unit rates.

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Two Systems, One Answer

By the end of this lesson you will convert a measurement from one system to another, going from customary to metric or metric to customary. A measurement system is a set of units that go together. The customary system uses inches, feet, yards, miles, pounds, and gallons. The metric system uses centimeters, meters, kilometers, kilograms, and liters.

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