SCAT Measurement and Conversions 3

Question 1

How many feet are in 3.5 miles?

Accepted Answer

18,480

Answer

Multiply miles by 5,280 to convert to feet: 3.5 × 5,280 = 18,480 ft.

Question 2

A pitcher holds 12,000 cups of water. How many gallons is this? (1 gallon = 16 cups)

Accepted Answer

750

Answer

Divide cups by 16 to convert to gallons: 12,000 ÷ 16 = 750 gallons.

Question 3

Convert 5 yards to inches.

Accepted Answer

180

Answer

5 yards × 3 ft/yard × 12 in/ft = 180 inches.

Question 4

A runner completed a race in 3.5 hours. How many minutes did the race take?

Accepted Answer

210

Answer

Multiply hours by 60: 3.5 × 60 = 210 minutes.

Question 5

How many ounces are in 3.25 pounds?

Accepted Answer

52

Answer

Multiply pounds by 16: 3.25 × 16 = 52 ounces.

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