xgoddess210 said:27-(-41)=68 , 68*55= 3750
the units here are grams m/s. I need joules. I have no clue on how to make that happen. I can change the g to kg and even get it to Newtons (since I know a joule= Newton-meter) , but I can't take it any farther. Please help!
Unit conversion is the process of converting a measurement from one unit to another. It is important because it allows for easier comparison of measurements and ensures accuracy in calculations.
Some common unit conversion difficulties in simple problems include forgetting to convert units, using the wrong conversion factor, and using the incorrect number of significant figures.
To avoid mistakes in unit conversion, it is important to carefully check your work, use reliable conversion factors, and pay attention to the units being used in the problem.
To convert between metric units, you can use the mnemonic "King Henry Died By Drinking Chocolate Milk" to remember the order of units (kilo-, hecto-, deka-, base unit, deci-, centi-, milli-). You can also use the factor-label method to convert between units.
To convert between units that are not in the metric system, you can use conversion factors or conversion tables. It may also be helpful to use online conversion calculators or reference books with conversion charts.