Couples to Dozens conversion

How to convert couples to dozens?

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A "couple" typically means 2 of something. Therefore, 1 couple is equal to 2 pieces.

A "dozen" means 12 of something. So, to convert from couples to dozens, you can use the following steps:

1. Recognize that 1 couple = 2 pieces.
2. Recognize that 1 dozen = 12 pieces.
3. To convert couples to dozens, you first convert couples to pieces and then convert the pieces to dozens.

So, convert 1 couple to pieces: 1 couple = 2 pieces

Next, convert pieces to dozens: 2 pieces = 2/12 dozen = 1/6 dozen

Therefore, 1 couple is equal to 1/6 of a dozen.

Real-World Examples:

1. Pairs of Shoes:

   • If you have 3 couples of shoes, that means you have 3 x 2 = 6 shoes.
   • To convert this to dozens: 6 shoes = 6/12 = 0.5 dozen shoes.

2. Eggs:

   • If you have 5 couples of eggs, that means you have 5 x 2 = 10 eggs.
   • To convert this to dozens: 10 eggs = 10/12 = 5/6 dozen eggs.

3. Socks:

   • If you have 4 couples of socks, that means you have 4 x 2 = 8 socks.
   • To convert this to dozens: 8 socks = 8/12 = 2/3 dozen socks.

4. Gloves:

   • If you own 2 couples of gloves, that equals 2 x 2 = 4 gloves.
   • To convert this to dozens: 4 gloves = 4/12 = 1/3 dozen gloves.

Remember, whenever you're dealing with a unit of "couples," you start by recognizing that each couple equals 2 items, and work your way towards converting to dozens or any other relevant unit of measure.