EXPLORER SHEET
Think · Explain
Explore mass
Solve each problem and include the units in your answer.
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Question 1
2 kg + 3 kg = □
What is the total mass of the two bags of fruit?
Question 2
8 kg − 3 kg = □
Start with 8 kilograms and remove 3 kilograms.
Question 3
500 g + 500 g = □
One kilogram equals 1,000 grams.
Question 4
1 kg = □ g
Fill in the correct number of grams.
Question 5
3 × 2 kg = □
Three bags, each weighing 2 kilograms.
Question 6
1,500 g = □ kg
Split the mass into 1,000 and 500 grams.
Show answer guide for parents
1. 5 kg · 2. 5 kg · 3. 1,000 g or 1 kg · 4. 1,000 g · 5. 6 kg · 6. 1.5 kg
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