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Mathematics
Activity Sheet
Quarter 2 – MELC 3
Solving Problems Involving
Conversion of Units of Measurement

REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS

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Math 7
Activity Sheet No. 3: Solving Problems Involving Conversion of Units of
Measurement
First Edition, 2020

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Introductory Message
Welcome to Mathematics for Grade 7!

The Learning Activity Sheet is a product of the collaborative efforts of the

Schools Division of Cadiz City and DepEd Regional Office VI - Western Visayas
through the Curriculum and Learning Management Division (CLMD). This is
developed to guide the learning facilitators (teachers, parents and responsible
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and engaging activities for independent learning. Being an active learner, carefully
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 Quarter 2, Week 2

Learning Activity Sheets (LAS) No. 3

Name of Learner:_ _ _ Grade and Section: _ _

Date:

MATHEMATICS 7 ACTIVITY SHEET

Solving Problems Involving Conversion of Units of Measurement

I. Learning Competency with Code

Solve problems involving conversion of units of measurement (M7ME-IIb-2)

II. Background Information for Learners

Knowledge of measurement and problem-solving strategies are necessary in

solving routine and non-routine word problems. Many problems can be solved using
arithmetic or algebraic processes. There are problems however, that can be solved
by simply drawing a diagram, making a table or by setting up an equation.

To solve problems involving measurements:

a. Analyze the problem, gather important information and identify what is being
asked.
b. Know relative sizes of measurement units within one system of units.
c. Use the four operations. Represent measurement quantities using
diagrams.
d. Apply formulas such as perimeter, area, volume, rate and many others in real
world and mathematical problems.

It is very important to note that in solving problem involving conversion of

measurements, it is necessary to determine the conversion factor.

Illustrative Examples
A. Michael walks from his house to school. His house is one third of a mile away from
school. How far is the school from his house in kilometers?

Solution: 1
𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚 to 𝑘𝑘𝑚𝑚𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑚𝑚𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘
3
Conversion factor: 1 𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚 = 1.61 𝑘𝑘𝑚𝑚
1
𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚 1
= 1.61𝑘𝑘𝑘𝑘
)
3 𝑚𝑚𝑚𝑚(
3 1𝑘𝑘𝑚𝑚
1.61
= 3 𝑘𝑘𝑚𝑚

= 0.537𝑘𝑘𝑚𝑚

Thus, Michael walks 0.537 kilometers.

B. A recipe calls for two teaspoons of sugar for every 2.5 cups of water. If there are 15
cups of water, how many tablespoons of sugar should be added?
Solution:
The use of a table in solving this problem provides an organized presentation of data.
Water 2.5 5 7.5 10 12.5 15
Sugar 2 4 6 8 10 12

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 Since, 12 is in teaspoons, there is a need to convert 12 teaspoons to tablespoons.
Conversion factor: 12 𝑘𝑘𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡 to 𝑘𝑘𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡
1𝑘𝑘𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡 = 3𝑘𝑘𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡
1𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡
12 𝑘𝑘𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡 = 12 𝑘𝑘𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡( )
3𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡
12
= 𝑘𝑘𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡
3
= 4𝑘𝑘𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡𝑡

Therefore, 4 tablespoons of sugar should be added to 15 cups of water.

Note that the problem above can be solved using these methods like listing, counting
on, or ratio and proportion.

C. A rectangular tablecloth which measures 8𝑚𝑚 by 5𝑚𝑚 is to be designed by a

lace border along the sides. How many yards of lace is needed for the border
design?
Solution:
𝑃𝑃 = 2(𝑘𝑘 + 𝑤𝑤)
= 2(8 𝑚𝑚 + 5𝑚𝑚)
= 2(13 𝑚𝑚)
𝑃𝑃 = 26𝑚𝑚
There is still a need to convert 26𝑚𝑚 to yards thus,
26𝑚𝑚 convert to 𝑦𝑦𝑦𝑦𝑘𝑘𝑦𝑦𝑡𝑡
Conversion factor: 1 𝑦𝑦𝑦𝑦 = 0.9
1 𝑦𝑦𝑦𝑦
𝑚𝑚 26𝑚𝑚 = 26𝑚𝑚( )
0.9𝑘𝑘
= 28.89𝑦𝑦𝑦𝑦

Therefore 28.89𝑦𝑦𝑦𝑦𝑘𝑘𝑦𝑦𝑡𝑡 of lace is needed for the border design of the tablecloth.
III. Accompanying DepEd Textbook and Educational Sites
Mathematics Learner’s Material pages 99-105
IV. Activity Proper

1. Directions / Instructions
You may refer to pages 91-105 of Mathematics Learner’s Material for further
information about this lesson.

2. Exercises / Activities
Exercise 1
A. Read the following problems carefully then fill in the blanks with the correct
answer.
1. Kevin measured the canteen table to be 7𝑚𝑚 long and 4𝑚𝑚 wide. What
is its area in square centimeters?

Solution:
𝐴𝐴 = 𝑘𝑘𝑤𝑤
= ( 𝑚𝑚)( 𝑚𝑚)
𝐴𝐴 = 𝑚𝑚2
Convert 𝑚𝑚2 to 𝑐𝑐𝑚𝑚2
Conversion factor: 1 𝑚𝑚2 = 10 000 𝑐𝑐𝑚𝑚2
𝑚𝑚2 = 10 000𝑐𝑐𝑘𝑘2
𝑚𝑚2 (1 𝑘𝑘2 )
= 𝑐𝑐𝑚𝑚2
Therefore, the area of the table is 𝑐𝑐𝑚𝑚2 .
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 2. The distance from school to Ann’s house is twice the distance from May’s
house which is 2 km. How far is Ann’s house from the school in meters?

Solution:
Conversion factor: 1 𝑘𝑘𝑚𝑚 = 1 000 𝑚𝑚
Distance of school to Ann’s house = 2 x distance May’s house
=2( 𝑘𝑘𝑚𝑚)
=2( 𝑚𝑚)
= 𝑚𝑚
Therefore, Ann’s house is 𝑚𝑚 from the school.

Exercise 2

Read the following problems carefully then solve. Choose the letter of the
correct answer.

1. The world’s heaviest seed was found to be 19.8 kg. How heavy is it in
pounds?
A. 43.56 lbs B. 4.356 lbs C. 435.6 lbs D. 4 356 lbs

2. A certain bridge can withstand a load of 16 metric tons. How many kilograms
of load can it withstand?
A. 1 600 kg B. 16 000 kg C. 160 000 kg D. 1 600 000 kg

3. Susan’s exposure to direct heat of the sun causes her temperature to rise at
38.5℃.What is this temperature in ℉?
A. 101.3 ℉ B. 100 ℉ C. 70.5 ℉ D. 69.3 ℉

4. How many meters are in the 440-yd dash?

A. 200 m B. 300 m C. 400 m D. 500 m

5. Jojo’s height is 5 ft and 5 in. How tall is he in centimeters?

A. 136 cm B. 146 cm C. 156 cm D. 165 cm
Exercise 3
Read each problem carefully and solve for what is asked.
1. Michelle bought 1 000 g of loaf bread and cut it equally into 10 slices. How
heavy is each slice in kilograms?

2. Aila bought 2 gal of mineral water. What is its equivalent in milliliter?

3. Dana’s father used 500 m of tie wire in fencing his farm lot. What is
its equivalent in kilometers?

4. A small guava weighs 12 g. An avocado is 10 times as heavy as a small

guava. What is the weight of the avocado in kilogram?

5. Mang Tonyo was able to harvest 50 sacks of coffee beans from his coffee
farm. If each sack contains 50 kg, how many metric tons of coffee beans did
his farm produce?

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 3. Guide Questions
Answer the following questions:
1. What difficulty did you encounter in dealing with problems? Were you able
to remedy the problem?
2. Are the steps in solving different types of problems the same? How did you
strategize your solution?

V. Reflection

Answer the following questions:

a. What have you learned from this lesson?
b. How would you apply your knowledge in solving problems involving conversion of
measurements to the real-life situations?
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VI. Answer Key

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