Off to the Races : Convert Measurements

Summary Note

This video begins the exploration of the difference between a ratio, a rate, and a percentage. we will begin by demonstrating how to convert measurements. We will use a real life scenario to find out how fast a racehorse can run.

General Note

Originally released by Apperson, 2013.
Streaming video file encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on April 30, 2015.

Content Note

What We Know vs. What We Need to Know (2:49); --How Fast is the Horse in Units I Already Know? (4:08); -- Converting My Racehorse's Speed as a Rate (1:50); -- Converting Time into a Rate We are Familiar With (4:59); -- Solving the Big Question (2:17); .