Conversions and Proportions

Front

What is the conversion factor between pints and cups?

Back

1 pint = 2 cups.

Front

How do you set up a proportion to solve for an unknown variable?

Back

If a:b = c:x, then cross-multiply to get a*x = b*c.

Front

If 263 grams of dental stone powder requires 80 mL of water, how much water is needed for 100 grams?

Back

30 mL of water is needed for 100 grams.

Front

Convert 12.2 feet to inches.

Back

12.2 feet = 146.4 inches.

Front

How many tablespoons are in 24 teaspoons?

Back

24 teaspoons = 8 tablespoons.

Front

What is the formula to convert feet to inches?

Back

Multiply the number of feet by 12.

Front

Define proportion in mathematics.

Back

A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

Front

What is the relationship between cups and pints?

Back

There are 2 cups in 1 pint.

Front

If 1/2 : 4 = 1/3 : X, what is X?

Back

X = 2 2/3.

Front

How do you convert grams to milliliters for a substance?

Back

Use the density of the substance to convert grams to milliliters.