CAAT Measurement and Units 2

Question 1

How many grams are in 2.5 kilograms?

Accepted Answer

2500 g

Answer

Since 1 kilogram = 1000 grams, 2.5 kg × 1000 = 2500 grams.

Question 2

A piece of rope is 3 feet long. How many inches is that? (1 foot = 12 inches)

Accepted Answer

36 inches

Answer

3 feet × 12 inches per foot = 36 inches.

Question 3

Which temperature scale is used for everyday weather and cooking in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Celsius

Answer

Canada uses the Celsius scale for everyday temperature measurement, including weather forecasts and cooking.

Question 4

How many seconds are in 1 hour?

Accepted Answer

3600

Answer

1 hour = 60 minutes, and 60 minutes × 60 seconds = 3600 seconds.

Question 5

A car travels at 60 km/h. How far will it travel in 2.5 hours?

Accepted Answer

150 km

Answer

Distance = speed × time = 60 km/h × 2.5 h = 150 km.

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