Metric conversions
I have a canoe that is 2 yards in length. I want to make a paddle that is half as long as the canoe. How long will my paddle be in inches?
1. 2 yards divided by two(half the length of the canoe)
2. 1 yard = 3 feet.
3. 3 feet =_____inches . Find unit rate 1 foot = 12 inches
4. Multiply 3 by 12 inches=36 inches