Mathematics for Elementary Teachers with Activities (5th Edition)
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Author: Beckmann, Sybilla
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 11.1, Problem 2P
For each of the following items, state which U.S. customary units and which metric units In common use would be most appropriate for describing the size of the item. In each case, say briefly why you chose the units.
- The volume of water In a full bathtub
- The length of a swimming pool
- The weight of a slice of bread
- The volume of a slice of bread
- The weight of a ship
- The length of an ant
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