Perform unit conversions.

Performance should include

• converting between metric and U.S. Customary systems
• converting between units within the U.S. Customary system.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

• Why might a chef convert between units within the U.S. Customary system?
• Why is the metric system more accurate in measurement than the U.S. Customary system?

Communication

• What are common units of measure used in cooking?

Leadership

• How does converting a unit promote efficiency in the establishment?

Management

• What basic mathematics skills are needed to perform unit conversions?
• Where can one find a measurement conversion chart?