10 Questions
Which of the following is a base unit of measurement in the metric system?
Kilogram
What do metric prefixes signify?
The size of the measurement
When would you use metric prefixes in measurements?
When the base unit is too small or too large
Which of the following is a metric prefix that means '1,000 times larger'?
Kilo-
What is the purpose of adding prefixes to metric units?
To signify how much bigger or smaller the unit is
What is the international measurement system used by scientists called?
The metric system
What is the purpose of using prefixes in the metric system?
To denote how many base units something contains
What is the relationship between a kilometer and a meter?
A kilometer is 1,000 meters
Which of the following is an example of a metric prefix?
Millimeter
What is the metric system terminology used to describe the letters before the base unit?
Prefixes
Test your knowledge of metric conversions with this quiz! Learn the most common metric prefixes and discover 3 ways to convert within metric measurements. Challenge yourself to become a pro at converting distance, mass, and more in the metric system.
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