Understanding Metric Units
Learn how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide kilometers (km) and meters (m) by whole numbers.
Metric Conversions
- 1 kilometer (km) = 1000 meters (m)
- To convert km to m: multiply by 1000
- To convert m to km: divide by 1000
Operations with Metric Units
- When adding or subtracting, make sure the units are the same
- When multiplying by a whole number, multiply the value and keep the unit
- When dividing by a whole number, divide the value and keep the unit
- Convert units when needed to simplify your answer