5th Grade · Measurement & Data
Metric System
5.MD.A.1
Definition
A measurement system based on powers of ten, using meters, liters, and grams.
Examples
- 1 kilometer = 1,000 meters (steps of ten).
- 1 liter = 1,000 milliliters.
Key rule
Each step in the metric system multiplies or divides by ten.
Memory hook
Powers of ten, every step of the way.