Question

What does it mean to "convert" from 1 unit to another? Give an example.

Answer 1

A conversion factor is a number used to change one set of units to another by multiplying or dividing.

Step-by-step explanation:

The appropriate conversion factor to an equal value must be used when a conversion is necessary.

For example, to convert inches to feet, the appropriate conversion value is 12 inches, equal to 1 foot.

Answer 2

To convert is to change measuring units so that what is being measured may be more easily measured etc.