2.6 Conversion Factors

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What is a conversion factor?

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A conversion factor is a ratio that expresses how many of one unit are equal to another unit, used to convert measurements from one unit to another.

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How many pounds are in one kilogram?

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1 kg = 2.2 lbs.

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If a child weighs 40.0 lb, how do you convert this weight to kilograms?

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To convert pounds to kilograms, divide the weight in pounds by 2.2.

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What is the formula to calculate the amount of antibiotic a child should receive based on their weight?

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Amount of antibiotic (mg) = weight (kg) × dosage (mg/kg).

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How do you determine if one distance is longer than another using conversion factors?

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Convert both distances to the same unit using conversion factors, then compare the values.

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What is the length of one mile in meters?

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One mile is approximately 1609.34 meters.

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How many meters are in four laps around a 400-meter track?

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Four laps = 4 × 400 meters = 1600 meters.

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What is dimensional analysis?

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Dimensional analysis is a method used to convert units by multiplying by conversion factors.

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If you wrap 184 burgers per hour, how do you calculate the total burgers wrapped in a week?

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Total burgers = burgers per hour × hours per day × days per week.

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What is the total number of burgers wrapped in 35 years if you work 8 hours a day, 5 days a week?

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Total burgers = 184 burgers/hour × 8 hours/day × 5 days/week × 52 weeks/year × 35 years.