Metric Unit Scale on Map - Power of 10 (less than 1000) - Same Single Unit (Level 1)

This math topic focuses on understanding and applying the concept of map scales and their relationship with metric units. It covers skills such as converting measurements based on map scales expressed through powers of ten, specifically dealing with scales like 1:10, 1:100, and 1:1000. The exercises challenge students to calculate real-world distances in millimeters and centimeters based on the scales given, using the metric system for calculations. The questions vary in complexity by adjusting the map scales, asking students to find equivalent measurements for a given length represented on the map.

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Metric Unit Scale on Map - Power of 10 (less than 1000) - Same Single Unit Worksheet

Math worksheet on 'Metric Unit Scale on Map - Power of 10 (less than 1000) - Same Single Unit (Level 1)'. Part of a broader unit on 'Measurement - Unit Conversion Intro - Metric' Learn online: app.mobius.academy/math/units/measurement_unit_conversion_intro_metric/

1

The map has a scale of 1:1,000. How many millimeters would 1 mm on the map represent?

a

10,000 mm

b

10 mm

c

1,000 mm

d

1,000,000 mm

2

The map has a scale of 1:1,000. How many centimeters would 1 cm on the map represent?

a

100 cm

b

1,000,000 cm

c

1 cm

d

1,000 cm

3

The map has a scale of 1:100. How many millimeters would 1 mm on the map represent?

a

100,000 mm

b

10 mm

c

100 mm

d

1,000 mm

e

10,000 mm

f

1 mm

4

The map has a scale of 1:10. How many millimeters would 1 mm on the map represent?

a

10 mm

b

0.1 mm

c

100 mm

d

1,000 mm

5

The map has a scale of 1:100. How many centimeters would 1 cm on the map represent?

a

100,000 cm

b

1,000 cm

c

1 cm

d

10,000 cm

e

100 cm

6

The map has a scale of 1:10. How many centimeters would 1 cm on the map represent?

a

10,000 cm

b

0.01 cm

c

1 cm

d

100 cm

e

10 cm