Lesson 2: Converting Between SI Units - Move the Decimal Point Practice

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Complete the following question:


  1. Convert 9 L to hectolitres, using the decimal point strategy.

    Hint:

    Step 1: Using the SI Prefix table, write the conversion ratio as an equality, and determine in which direction the decimal moves and how many places it moves.
    Step 2: Repeat the same decimal movement (direction and number of places) on the measurement given.

  2. Use the decimal point strategy to convert 3752 dam to millimetres.


Check your answers in the detailed solutions found here. Practice is important before you attempt the Chapter 5, Lesson 2 Assignment.



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