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Unit1 Lesson1 Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Conversion Factor | An arithmetical multiplier for converting a quantity expressed in one set of units into an equivalent expressed in another. |
| Unit Rate | A rate that describes how many units of the first type of quantity corresponds to ONE unit of the second type of quantity. |
| Ratio | A comparison of two numbers by division. |
| Rate | A ratio that is used to compare different kinds of quantities. |
| Unit Analysis | The process of deciding which conversion factor will produce the appropriate unit when converting from one unit to another. |
| Level of Accuracy | A measurement that appropriately scales a given situation(real-world) without being to misleading. |
| Scale Drawing | A drawing that is similiar, but either larger or smaller than the actual object. |
| Scale Factor | The ratio of a given length on a drawing or model to its corresponding actual length. |