Worked example
27 October 2026
Understanding how to change between different metric units is a key skill for the 11+ maths exam. It helps your child compare and measure things accurately, whether they are working with length, weight, or capacity.
Worked example
Convert 350 centimetres to metres.
We know 100 centimetres = 1 metre.
Divide 350 by 100.
350 ÷ 100 = 3.5
The correct answer is 3.5 metres.
Key insight: Once your child sees how to divide or multiply by 10, 100 or 1000, converting units in converting units becomes much easier. Now they can spot the link between centimetres and metres, and are ready to practise similar questions on their own.
