Test Your Knowledge Of Metric System With Metric Conversions Quiz!

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The metric system is an alternative system of measurement that uses three basic units from which all others are calculated. This metric conversion quiz is aimed at gauging your knowledge of conversion. These metrics are grams for weight, meters for length, and seconds for time. Take the test below and see what you understand about the metric system and conversions with some examples. The quiz will help you learn some new facts and concepts too. All the best!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Use the  King  Henry slide or ladder method to solve: 15 km = ____ m

    • A. 

      .15 m

    • B. 

      1,500 m

    • C. 

      .015 m

    • D. 

      15,000 m

    Correct Answer
    D. 15,000 m
    Explanation
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  • 2. 

    True or False? To measure the depth of the sea, use kilometers.

    • A. 

      True

    • B. 

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because kilometers are used to measure distance, not depth. The depth of the sea is typically measured in units such as meters or feet.

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  • 3. 

    What is the basic unit in weight?

    • A. 

      Grams

    • B. 

      Kilograms

    • C. 

      Pounds

    • D. 

      None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Grams
    Explanation
    The basic unit of weight is grams. Grams are a metric unit of measurement commonly used to measure the weight of small objects. It is the smallest unit of weight in the metric system and is often used in scientific and everyday measurements. Kilograms and pounds are larger units of weight, while "None of the above" is not correct as grams is indeed the basic unit of weight.

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  • 4. 

    Use the  King  Henry slide or ladder method to solve: 209 g = ___________ kg

    • A. 

      .209 kg

    • B. 

      2,090 kg

    • C. 

      209,000 kg

    • D. 

      2.09 kg

    Correct Answer
    A. .209 kg
    Explanation
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  • 5. 

    Use the  King  Henry slide or ladder method to solve: 8.3 m = _________  cm

    • A. 

      .830 cm

    • B. 

      830 cm

    • C. 

      8,300 cm

    • D. 

      83 cm

    Correct Answer
    B. 830 cm
    Explanation
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  • 6. 

    True or False: The metric volume of a liquid is measured in Liters. 

    • A. 

      True

    • B. 

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The metric volume of a liquid is measured in liters. This is because the liter is the standard unit of measurement for volume in the metric system. It is commonly used to measure the volume of liquids, such as water, milk, or juice. One liter is equal to 1000 milliliters, and it is a larger unit compared to milliliters or cubic centimeters. Therefore, it is correct to say that the metric volume of a liquid is measured in liters.

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  • 7. 

    It would make sense to measure your desk using : 

    • A. 

      Kilometers

    • B. 

      Millimeters

    • C. 

      Centimeters

    • D. 

      Meters

    Correct Answer
    C. Centimeters
    Explanation
    Measuring a desk using centimeters would make sense because centimeters are a more appropriate unit of measurement for smaller objects like desks. Kilometers would be too large of a unit, millimeters would be too small and not practical, and meters could be used but centimeters provide a more precise measurement for a desk.

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  • 8. 

    Use the King Henry slide or ladder method to solve: 1000 mg = _____________ g

    • A. 

      .01 g

    • B. 

      1 g

    • C. 

      100 g

    • D. 

      10 g

    Correct Answer
    B. 1 g
    Explanation
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  • 9. 

    The metric system is based on units of powers of

    • A. 

      10

    • B. 

      6

    • C. 

      2

    • D. 

      8

    Correct Answer
    A. 10
    Explanation
    The metric system is based on units of powers of 10. This means that each unit is a multiple or fraction of 10. For example, the meter is the base unit for length and is equal to 10 decimeters, 100 centimeters, or 1000 millimeters. This system allows for easy conversion between different units by simply moving the decimal point. It is widely used around the world for its simplicity and consistency.

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  • 10. 

    Use the  King  Henry slide or ladder method to solve: 180 cm = _________________ mm

    • A. 

      180 mm

    • B. 

      18 mm

    • C. 

      .180 mm

    • D. 

      1,800 mm

    Correct Answer
    D. 1,800 mm
    Explanation
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