Dosage MathQuestion 65 of 100
The order is 1000 mg. How many grams is that?
a.0.1 g
b.1 g
c.10 g
d.100 g
Explanation
Because 1 g = 1000 mg, then 1000 mg = 1 g. Moving between grams and milligrams requires multiplying or dividing by 1000.
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