Pick the best choice by estimating. Do not measure. For metric measurements, do not attempt to convert to the U.S. system. The hardest part of the transition to the metric system is the transition to thinking in metrics. Suppose someone could run the 120-meter dash in 10 seconds flat. At the same rate, this person should be able to run the 120-yard dash in __________.
A) more than 10 sec
B) 10 sec
C) less than 10 sec

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Since 1 meter is longer than 1 yard, running 120 yards at the same speed would take less time than running 120 meters.

Pick the Best Choice by Estimating