Algebra 2 Unit Conversions Worksheet printable pdf download

Algebra 2 Unit Conversions Worksheet

Algebra 2

Unit Conversions Worksheet

There are several ways to convert units. Each example below walks you through the steps of a

different method. When doing the problems you should choose the method that you find the

easiest to understand and that results in the most accurate results.

1. Bridge method: You will draw a diagram that looks sort of like a bridge. Each column in

the bridge will represent a particular unit or conversion factor. Multiply or divide the

numbers as appropriate, and reduce units that appear in both the numerator and

denominator.

1 minute

4.4 feet

3 miles

5280 feet

1 hour

60 seconds

second

hour

1 mile

60 minutes

2. Proportions method: Useful when there is only one conversion factor needed, you will set

up a proportion just like we did in Algebra. Solve by cross multiplying.

x inches

12 inches

(

)(

)

1.5 feet

1 foot

3. Multiply or divide by the appropriate unit conversion factor. (Note: This only works if you

are 100% sure of how to convert and is not recommended for most conversions.)

Algebra 2 Unit Conversions Worksheet