Converting units of time means changing a measurement of time into another unit without changing the actual amount of time. For example, changing hours into minutes or days into hours.
When converting, you are only expressing the same length of time in a different unit, not changing the amount of time.
There are standard time conversions that are always true. Memorizing these helps you solve problems quickly.
These relationships never change. Remember them just like you remember multiplication facts.
To convert units of time, use multiplication or division depending on whether you are moving to a larger or smaller unit.
If you go from a larger unit (like hours) to a smaller unit (like minutes), multiply. If you go from a smaller unit to a larger unit, divide.
Converting units of time often appears in real-world situations like schedules, sports, and travel.
Think carefully about whether you should multiply or divide to get the correct unit of time.