Compare and convert customary units

Learning Objectives Identify common customary units for length, weight, and capacity. Recall key conversion factors within the customary system (e.g., 1 foot = 12 inches). Convert larger customary units to smaller customary units using multiplication. Convert smaller customary units to larger customary units using division. Compare two measurements by converting them to the same unit. Solve one-step word problems involving customary unit conversions. Use a two-column table to show equivalent measurements. If your friend says their puppy weighs 3 pounds and you say your kitten weighs 40 ounces, who has the heavier pet? 🐾 Let's find out! In this lesson, we will learn how to change, or convert, measurements from one customary unit to another, like from feet to inches o...

TermDefinitionExample Customary SystemThe measurement system most commonly used in the United States. It includes units like inches, feet, pounds, and gallons.A ruler measures length in inches, which is a customary unit. LengthA measurement of how long, tall, or far something is.Units of length include inches (in), feet (ft), yards (yd), and miles (mi). WeightA measurement of how heavy an object is.Units of weight include ounces (oz), pounds (lb), and tons (T). Capacity (Liquid Volume)A measurement of the amount a container can hold, usually a liquid.Units of capacity include cups (c), pints (pt), quarts (qt), and gallons (gal). ConvertTo change a measurement from one unit to another equivalent unit.You can convert 2 feet to 24 inches. The length stays the same, but the unit changes. Conv...

Larger Unit to Smaller Unit Number of Larger Units \times Conversion Factor = Number of Smaller Units Use this rule when you are converting from a bigger unit (like pounds) to a smaller unit (like ounces). You will end up with a larger number, so you multiply. Smaller Unit to Larger Unit Number of Smaller Units \div Conversion Factor = Number of Larger Units Use this rule when you are converting from a smaller unit (like inches) to a bigger unit (like feet). You will end up with a smaller number, so you divide.