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The letter T indicates a metric tonne,
One tonne is equivalent to one thousand kilograms,
Therefore, in 7.8 tons there are
1000*7.8 = 7800 kg
\( 7kg=?gr \)
Because tonnes are bigger than kilograms! Think of it like this: one tonne is heavy enough to equal 1000 kilograms, so more kilograms are needed to equal fewer tonnes.
Use this memory trick: Tonnes are Thousands of kilograms! When going from a bigger unit (tonnes) to a smaller unit (kg), you always get more of the smaller unit.
Check your direction! If you're converting 7.8 tonnes to kg and get 0.0078, you divided instead of multiplied. The answer should be larger than 7.8, not smaller.
Yes! In most countries, when we say "tonne" we mean the metric tonne (1000 kg). This is different from the imperial ton used in some places, but for school math, assume metric tonnes.
Yes! Always write: kg. This shows you understand the conversion factor and helps catch mistakes if you accidentally divide.
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