Dimensional Analaysis and conversion factor practice

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What is dimensional analysis?

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Dimensional analysis is a mathematical technique used to convert one set of units to another, ensuring that the equations are dimensionally consistent.

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What is a conversion factor?

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A conversion factor is a numerical factor used to multiply or divide a quantity when converting from one unit to another.

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How many ounces are in a pound?

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There are 16 ounces in a pound.

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How do you convert yards to centimeters?

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To convert yards to centimeters, multiply the number of yards by 91.44 (since 1 yard = 91.44 cm).

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What is the conversion factor from meters to centimeters?

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1 meter = 100 centimeters.

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How do you convert grams to pounds?

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To convert grams to pounds, divide the number of grams by 453.6 (since 1 pound = 453.6 grams).

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What is the relationship between quarts and gallons?

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1 gallon = 4 quarts.

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If you have 790 cm, how do you convert it to feet?

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Convert cm to meters (790 cm = 7.9 m) and then convert meters to feet (7.9 m = 25.9 ft).

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What is the formula to convert yards to feet?

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To convert yards to feet, multiply the number of yards by 3 (since 1 yard = 3 feet).

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What is the conversion factor from feet to meters?

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1 foot = 0.305 meters.