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Convert to Smaller Units

In this worksheet, students will convert measurements into smaller units by multiplying by 1,000.

'Convert to Smaller Units' worksheet

Key stage:  KS 2

Year:  Year 3 Maths worksheets

Curriculum topic:   Measurement

Curriculum subtopic:   Measure, Compare, Add/Subtract Lengths, Mass, and Volume/Capacity

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Worksheet Overview

In this activity, we will learn about conversions.

 

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Example

Change the measurements into smaller units.


12 kilograms = ____ grams

 

Answer

There are 1,000 grams in a kilogram, so 12 kilograms = 12,000 grams

 

Remember that there are also 1,000 ml in a litre and 1,000 metres in a kilometre.

 

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