Another application of unit conversions is to calculate fuel economy. Fuel economy of vehicles compares the distance the vehicle can go compared to the amount of fuel it uses or the cost of the fuel. In this next video, we use unit conversion to determine the cost of a delivery. The following video will explain how to solve this example:
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Even though our conversion factors look different, the process is the same. Before starting the problem, scan the question to find the conversion rates it gives you, then complete the steps below:
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