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1. What is 0.2 mg converted to mcg?

• A. 200 mcg
• B. 20 mcg
• C. 2000 mcg
• D. 2 mcg

Correct answer: A

Rationale: To convert milligrams (mg) to micrograms (mcg), you need to multiply by 1000 because there are 1000 micrograms in 1 milligram. Therefore, 0.2 mg * 1000 = 200 mcg. This is the correct conversion. Choice B (20 mcg) is incorrect because it does not account for multiplying by 1000. Choice C (2000 mcg) is incorrect as it mistakenly multiplies by 10 instead of 1000. Choice D (2 mcg) is incorrect as it does not involve any conversion from milligrams to micrograms.

2. How many quarts are in 1 gallon?

• A. 2 quarts
• B. 4 quarts
• C. 3 quarts
• D. 1 quart

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 4 quarts. There are 4 quarts in 1 gallon. This conversion is based on the fact that 1 gallon is equivalent to 4 quarts. Choice A is incorrect as 2 quarts are half of a gallon, not a whole gallon. Choice C is incorrect as 3 quarts is less than a gallon. Choice D is incorrect as it represents only one quart, whereas the question asks for the quantity in a gallon.

3. How many millimeters are in 1 centimeter?

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

Correct answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: '10 mm'. There are 10 millimeters in 1 centimeter. To convert centimeters to millimeters, you multiply by 10 because 1 centimeter is equivalent to 10 millimeters. Choice A '1 mm' is incorrect as it represents the size of 1 millimeter, not the conversion from centimeters to millimeters. Choice C '100 mm' is incorrect as it is the equivalent of 1 meter, not 1 centimeter. Choice D '1,000 mm' is incorrect as it is the equivalent of 1 meter, not 1 centimeter.

4. What is the equivalent of 3,450 milliliters in liters (L)?

• A. 0.345 liters
• B. 3.45 liters
• C. 34.5 liters
• D. 345 liters

Correct answer: B

Rationale: To convert milliliters to liters, you need to divide by 1,000 since there are 1,000 milliliters in a liter. Therefore, 3,450 mL ÷ 1,000 = 3.45 liters. Choice A (0.345 liters) is incorrect as it incorrectly moves the decimal point. Choice C (34.5 liters) is incorrect as it overestimates the conversion. Choice D (345 liters) is incorrect as it overestimates by an order of magnitude.

5. What is 0.075 mg in mcg?

• A. 0.075 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 1 mg = 1000 mcg. Therefore, 0.075 mg equals 75 * 1000 = 750 mcg. The correct answer is 750 mcg. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because they do not apply the correct conversion factor of 1000. It is essential to understand these conversions, especially in medical settings where accurate dosing is crucial to avoid errors and ensure patient safety.

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