1. Dimensional Analysis: Converting between units
(Also called Factor-Label Method, Unit-Factor Method, or Unitary Rate Method)

2. To Convert one unit of measurement to another
using a conversion factor is called…...
Dimensional Analysis!
What do we mean by units?
Metric Units:
Mm, cL, Kg, mm, L…..
English Units:
Ft, lbs, in, fl oz……
What do we mean by conversion factor?
The conversion factor is an equivalent ratio of
the two units in the problem.
1 in = 2.54 cm becomes in or cm
2.54cm in
Unit: value  measurement

3. Getting to know the Vernier Caliper
Place object
Read Main scale
Read Vernier Scale