Lesson Worksheet: Converting between Imperial and Metric Units of Length Mathematics

Practice

In this worksheet, we will practice using approximate equivalences to convert between metric and imperial units of length.

Question 1

If a yard is about 90 centimetres, which is longer: a yard or a metre?

Question 2

Convert 2 inches to centimeters.

Hint: 1 inch is approximately 2.5 centimeters.

Question 3

Jacob has a new TV set with a size of 24 inches. Find the size in centimeters.

Hint: 12 inches is approximately 30 centimeters.

Question 4

David is 64 inches tall.

What is David’s height in centimeters?

Hint: 32 inches is approximately equal to 80 centimeters.

Complete the following: .

Hint: 100 cm is equal to 1 m.

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