Question

Explain the rules for multiplication and division to convert units. How do you know when to multiply and when to divide to convert units of measurement?

Write three to four sentences.

Answer 1

To convert greater units to smaller units you mulitply. When the units are smaller you need more to express the same measure. When you have to convert smaller units to larger units, divide. When the units are bigger, you need less of them to be the same measure.

Explanation:

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Answer 2

To convert larger units to smaller units mulitply when the units are smaller you need more pf them to express the same measure. To convert smaller units to larger units, divide. When the units are larger, you need fewer of them to express the same measure.