M60 Sec 4.6: Dimensional Analysis - Basic Conversions
Review:
Multiplication and Division of fractions:
Part A: Unit Fractions:
Look at the Conversion Chart: Appendix B
1 yd = 3 ft
creates two _________ _____________
___________
OR
_____________
With dimensional analysis, we choose the fraction that _________ the units we
want to get rid of and ______________ the units we want to end up with.
Process of Dimensional Analysis or Unit Analysis:
1.
Write what you have as a ________________
2.
Look at where you want to _______ ____ (leave some room).
3.
Choose the unit fraction(s) from the conversion chart that
cancels the units you want to _____ ____ ___ and leaves
the units you want to _______.