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Learning objective overview
Master Teaching Guide coverage for this objective.
Current NZC (2007)
GM4-2GM5-2
New NZC (2026)
NZC26-P4-MEA-MEA-P-Y9-02
Resources
- Alpha textbook: Capacity in Ex 22.03, pg 350
- CorbettMaths worksheet on converting between unitsQuestions PDF · Answers
- Beta: Skills in Ex 15.02, pg 282
Terminology
- capacity
- volume
- millilitre
- litre
Task goals
- Convert a capacity between millilitres and litres in either direction, including to a specified number of decimal places.
- Compare and order a set of capacities given in mixed units (millilitres and litres).
- Solve real-world word problems that require converting a capacity before comparing or working with it, and explain the conversion process.
- Calculate the total capacity of several identical containers, or the number of smaller containers that can be filled from (or make up) a larger volume.
- Solve multi-step word problems that combine addition, subtraction, and unit conversion of capacities expressed in litres, kilolitres, or megalitres.
- Solve rate-based capacity problems, such as a fill or drain rate in litres per minute or kilolitres per hour, to find a time, and determine whether a total capacity is within a stated limit.
Where this fits
What leads into this objective, and where it goes next.
Before
Converting units
Estimating Measurements and Rounding to Significant Figures
Reading Measurement Scales and Interpreting Tables
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Capacity
Do
Selecting and using appropriate measurement units for a given context, converting between metric units if necessary and using appropriate prefixes
Statement▸
Year 9 · Measurement · Measuring
NZC26-P4-MEA-MEA-P-Y9-02
Also under GM4-2:
Also under GM5-2:
For teachers
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