TEKS & Objectives
7.12 Measurement and data. The student applies mathematical process standards to use statistical representations to analyze data. The student is expected to:
7.4.E convert between measurement systems, including the use of proportions and the use of unit rates.
We will examine the different ways liquid volume is measured in the US.
I will compare the capacities of various units of volume.
1. Complete warmup.
2. Watch videos.
3. Check out these handy charts.
- Here are two ways of looking at these units of volume.
- Look at them both and see which one is easier for you to read.
4. Try it yourself.
- Use a funnel to pour water into different containers and test whether you come up with the same amounts as the charts above.
- How many cups are in a pint? A quart? A gallon?
5. Apply what you have learned.
Alternate:
6. “Cups, Pints, Quarts and Gallons”
7. Complete assignment at Brainzy.
Estimating Volume Interactive Worksheet
Unicycle Race Measurement
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