WORKSHEET \# 1 Convert the lengths in the problems below, 1. 16 feet \( = \) \( \qquad \) yards 3 \( \qquad \) inches \( =7 \) miles 5 \( \qquad \) Yards \( =180 \) inches 7 \( \qquad \) yards \( =8 \) miles 9.2 miles \( = \) \( \qquad \) feet 11. How many inches are in 7 milen? 2. \( \qquad \) yards \( =6 \) miles 4. 126.720 inches \( = \) \( \qquad \) mile 6. \( \qquad \) yards \( =4 \) miles 8. \( \qquad \) miles \( =31,680 \mathrm{fect} \) 10. \( \qquad \) miles \( =316,800 \) inch 12. How many leer aro in 6 yards? 13. How many yards are in 7 miles? 14. How many yards are in 8 miles? 15. How many yards are in 2 miles?

Did you know that the mile is a unit of measurement that traces its roots back to ancient Rome? The Romans used a system based on the distance of a thousand paces, or "mille passus," which translates to "a thousand paces." This eventually evolved into the mile we recognize today, roughly equal to 5,280 feet. This historical quirk makes converting between miles and feet not only practical but part of a rich tapestry of measurement history. For those looking to tackle measurement conversions, a smart move is to familiarize yourself with common conversion factors. For instance, knowing that 1 mile equals 5,280 feet and that 1 yard equals 3 feet can be a game changer! Common mistakes include forgetting to account for units or miscalculating when juggling multiple conversions. Always double-check your work and ensure you’re converting in the correct direction. Happy calculating!