MA19.5.17

Mathematics (2019) Grade(s): 5

MA19.5.17

Convert among different-sized standard measurement units within a given measurement system and use these conversions in solving multi-step, real-world problems.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:
  • Strategies for converting a larger unit of measure to a smaller unit in the same system.
  • Relative size of customary and metric units of measure.
  • Strategies for converting between units of measure in the same system.

Skills

Students are able to:
  • Convert measurement units.
  • Solve multi-step word problems involving measurement conversions.

Understanding

Students understand that:
  • the multiplicative relationship between units of measures given in the same measurement system is essential when converting units to a larger or smaller unit.

Vocabulary

  • Measurement system
  • US Customary
  • Metric
  • Unit
  • Conversion
  • Equivalent measurements

Aligned Learning Resources

Shakespeare's Words and Phrases
Horrendous Soup
Measurement Interactives
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