Measuring the World · Measurement

Converting Units

Changing between different metric measures of length, mass, and volume.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is the metric system easier to convert than the imperial system?
  2. 2How does multiplying by 1,000 help us convert kilometres to metres?
  3. 3When would it be more appropriate to use millilitres instead of litres?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Mathematics - Measurement
Year: Year 4
Subject: Mathematics
Unit: Measuring the World
Period: Measurement

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