Dimensional Analysis

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What is Dimensional Analysis?

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A mathematical technique used to convert one set of units to another, ensuring that the equations remain consistent.

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What is the conversion factor between miles and feet?

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1 mile = 5,280 feet.

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How many seconds are in an hour?

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1 hour = 3,600 seconds.

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What is the conversion factor between tons and ounces?

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1 ton = 32,000 ounces.

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How many days are in a year?

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1 year = 365 days (or 366 in a leap year).

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What is the conversion factor between quarts and pints?

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1 quart = 2 pints.

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How many ounces are in a pound?

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1 pound = 16 ounces.

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What is the formula to convert miles/hour to feet/second?

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Multiply by 5280 (feet per mile) and divide by 3600 (seconds per hour).

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Convert 62 miles/hour to feet/second.

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90.9 feet/second.

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Convert 20 tons/year to ounces/day.

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1,753.42 ounces/day.