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1. The metric system is based on what concept?

• A. Multiplication
• B. Powers of 10
• C. Addition
• D. Subtraction

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The metric system is based on powers of 10. This means that units within the system are related by factors of 10, making conversions straightforward by simply shifting the decimal point. The system's simplicity and consistency are derived from this fundamental concept. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because the metric system's foundation lies in the consistent relationship between units through powers of 10, not through basic arithmetic operations like multiplication, addition, or subtraction.

2. What is 0.075 mg converted to micrograms?

• A. 75 mcg
• B. 7.5 mcg
• C. 0.75 mcg
• D. 750 mcg

Correct answer: D

Rationale: To convert milligrams to micrograms, you need to multiply by 1000 since there are 1000 micrograms in a milligram. Therefore, to convert 0.075 mg to mcg, you would multiply 0.075 by 1000, which equals 75. Thus, the correct conversion is 750 mcg. Choice A, 75 mcg, is incorrect as it's the result if you mistakenly multiply by 10 instead of 1000. Choice B, 7.5 mcg, is incorrect as it's the result if you divide by 10 instead of multiplying by 1000. Choice C, 0.75 mcg, is incorrect as it's the result if you divide by 100 instead of multiplying by 1000.

3. How many liters are in 3,000 milliliters?

• A. 0.3 liters
• B. 30 liters
• C. 3 liters
• D. 0.03 liters

Correct answer: C

Rationale: To convert milliliters to liters, you need to divide by 1,000 since there are 1,000 milliliters in a liter. Therefore, 3,000 milliliters / 1,000 = 3 liters. Choice A '0.3 liters' is incorrect as it represents 300 milliliters, not 3,000. Choice B '30 liters' is incorrect as it is the result of multiplying by 10 instead of dividing by 1,000. Choice D '0.03 liters' is incorrect as it represents 30 milliliters, not 3,000.

4. What is the expression 1 in. = 2.54 cm properly called?

• A. Law of Conservation of Units
• B. International Yard
• C. Standard Conversion Factor
• D. Exact Equivalent

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Exact Equivalent. The expression 1 inch = 2.54 cm is a direct and precise conversion between inches and centimeters, making it an exact equivalent. It is not related to the Law of Conservation of Units (A) as this principle pertains to the conservation of physical quantities in a system. The International Yard (B) is a unit of measurement, but it is not the term for the given expression. Similarly, while the conversion factor in the expression is standard, it is specifically an exact equivalent and not just a general standard conversion factor (C). Therefore, D is the most appropriate term to describe this specific conversion relationship.

5. How many centimeters are in 1 meter?

• A. 10 cm
• B. 100 cm
• C. 1,000 cm
• D. 10,000 cm

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 100 cm. 1 meter is equivalent to 100 centimeters. Choice A (10 cm) is incorrect as it represents the conversion of decimeters to centimeters. Choice C (1,000 cm) is incorrect as it represents the conversion of meters to millimeters. Choice D (10,000 cm) is incorrect as it represents the conversion of meters to centimeters with an extra zero.

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