Grade 4 · Math · Lesson 31

Convert Metric Units

Metric units are based on powers of 10. The prefix kilo- means multiply by 1000, centi- means divide by 100, and milli- means divide by 1000. Knowing the prefixes lets you convert any metric measurement quickly.

What this lesson teaches

1Identify and use metric units for length, mass, and capacity
2Convert between metric units using multiplication and division
3Apply metric conversions to real-life measurement problems

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