Mathematics Grade 9 15 min

Which metric unit of weight is appropriate?

Which metric unit of weight is appropriate?

What you'll learn

  • Identify whether to use grams (g) or kilograms (kg) to measure the weight of common objects with 80% accuracy.
  • Explain why grams are used to measure light objects and kilograms are used to measure heavy objects using at least one example.
  • Choose the correct unit of weight (grams or kilograms) for at least 3 out of 4 real-world objects presented.

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Sample Practice Questions

Easy
Which unit is best for measuring the weight of a grain of sand?
0.mg
1.g
2.kg
3.t
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Which unit is best for measuring the weight of a paperclip?
0.mg
1.g
2.kg
3.t
Easy
Which unit is best for measuring the weight of a large dog?
0.mg
1.g
2.kg
3.t

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