Teks Measurement System Worksheet Page 2

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5. Compare answers on the table 2 and discuss strategies for filling in the table. Have students
name some proportions using the values in the table.
6. The teacher says:
 How many feet are in 4 yards? (12 feet)
yards
1
4
 How did you get your answer? (the word ratio is
so the proportion is
and I
feet
3
f
multiply 1 by 4 to get 4 so I multiply the 3 by 4 to get f)
1
 How many yards are there in 54 inches? (1
yards)
2
 How did you get your answer?
 Solve the problems on the worksheet. Remember to write the word ratio first and then the
proportion.
7. The students solve the problems below the table. Share strategies with your partner.
Journal Prompt: Eric converted 72 inches into 2 feet. Is he correct? Explain your reasoning.
Measurement
2006-2007
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