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1. What is 0.004 as a ratio?

• A. 5:10
• B. 1:250
• C. 7:28
• D. 4:00

Correct answer: B

Rationale: To convert 0.004 to a ratio, first express it as a fraction by writing it as 4/1000. Simplifying this fraction gives 1/250. Therefore, 0.004 as a ratio is 1:250. Choice A (5:10) simplifies to 1:2, not equivalent to 0.004. Choice C (7:28) does not simplify to a value close to 0.004. Choice D (4:00) is not a valid ratio representation of 0.004.

2. 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.

3. In the metric system, what factor does the prefix kilo- represent?

• A. 10^3
• B. 10^2
• C. 10^4
• D. 10^6

Correct answer: A

Rationale: The prefix 'kilo-' in the metric system signifies a factor of 1000, which is equivalent to 10^3. Therefore, when using the prefix 'kilo-', it implies multiplying the base unit by 1000. For instance, one kilometer is equal to 1000 meters. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect as they do not accurately represent the factor associated with the prefix 'kilo-'.

4. What does the prefix 'centi' mean?

• A. 0.1
• B. 0.01
• C. 0.001
• D. 1

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The prefix 'centi' means 0.01, which is one-hundredth of the base unit. For example, 1 centimeter is equal to 0.01 meters. Choice A (0.1) is incorrect as it represents 'deci,' which means one-tenth. Choice C (0.001) is incorrect as it represents 'milli,' which means one-thousandth. Choice D (1) is incorrect as it is not a valid interpretation of the prefix 'centi.' Therefore, the correct answer is B.

5. How many micrograms are in 1 milligram?

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

Correct answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: 1,000 µg. To convert milligrams to micrograms, you need to multiply by 1,000 because there are 1,000 micrograms in 1 milligram. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because they do not correctly convert milligrams to micrograms. 1 milligram is equal to 1,000 micrograms, making choice D the right answer.

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