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Unit conversion Within the Metric System, Pre-Algebra Instructional Video

Unit conversion Within the Metric System, Pre-Algebra Instructional Video

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9:17

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2015

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Unit conversion Within the Metric System, Pre-Algebra

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This video focuses on metric unit conversion. Sal introduces the necessary prefixes before launching into several mathematical examples. His easygoing manner and explanative annotations will undoubtedly help those who get a little stuck on converting metric units.

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