Exploring Unit Conversion Within a Measurement System Using a Rain Gauge Activity


Exploration

GR. 6-8

Skill:

Use dimensional analysis to rename quantities or rates

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Exploring Unit Conversion Within a Measurement System Using a Rain Gauge Activity

Convert inches per hour to inches per day to measure the rate of rainfall. Vary the rate of rainfall and explore the steps of the conversion.

Putting It All Together

Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.

Question ouverte 1

Why do the “hours” units in the ratios get crossed off?

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Question ouverte 2

Why is multiplying by the same as multiplying by the number 1?

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