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16. Mike's work converting 20 meters to centimeters is shown below. Explain whether or

not his work is correct. If it is incorrect, show Mike how to find the correct
conversion.
Problem:
centimeters = 20 meters
I know: 1 meter = 100 centimeters
My work: 100 centimeters = 20 = 5 centimeters
5
centimeters
Answer: 20 meters =(
Unit

User Kcpr
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Mike is wrong.

Since 1 meter = 100 centimeters, then 20 x 100 = 2000 centimeters.
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