Big Ideas Math: Modeling Real Life, Grade 6
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4. Writing Equations in Two Variables
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Exercise 11 Page 270

Use the conversion factor that 16 ounces is equal to 1 pound.

5.5

Practice makes perfect
Let's start by copying the given statement. 88oz&= lb Converting between ounces (oz) and pounds (lb) will involve using a conversion factor. 1lb/16oz Multiplying 88oz by this conversion factor will convert it to pounds.
88oz* 1lb/16oz
88oz* 1lb/16oz

Cross out common units

88oz* 1lb/16oz

Cancel out common units

88* 1lb/16
88lb/16
5.5 lb
To complete the given statement, we will substitute 5.5 into the blank space. 88oz&=5.5lb

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Common Conversion Factors
The following tool can be used to help you explore some of the most commonly used conversion factors. Conversions can be made both within or between the Metric System and the Imperial System — which is also known as the U.S. Customary System. Conversions can also be made for different measurement types: length, mass, temperature, time, area, or volume.
Conversion factors between different units of measurement
All across the globe, humans use conversion factors on a daily basis. Want to use a recipe that is written using milliliters? Convert it! Want to compare your height to that of an Olympic athlete? Convert it! You can read more about applications of conversion factors in our original content.

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