SI System Quiz

Which prefix represents one-thousandth in the SI system?

• Centi

• Milli

• Micro

• Nano

Which of the following is larger than the base unit of measurement?

• Deci

• Centi

• Kilo

• Milli

Which prefix is used for one-tenth in the SI system?

• Deci

• Centi

• Milli

• Micro

Which prefix is used for 1,000 in the SI system?

• Deca

• Hecta

• Kilo

• Mega

What is the first step in performing dimensional analysis?

• Find conversion factors

• Identify the given information and the desired outcome

• Memorize conversion tables

• Estimate the final value

What is the conversion factor for 1 mile in kilometers?

• 1.6093 kilometers

• 0.9144 kilometers

• 2.54 kilometers

• 1.056 kilometers

In dimensional analysis, what should you do after multiplying all the numerators together?

• Add the denominators

• Divide by the product of the denominators

• Subtract the denominators

• Multiply by the product of the denominators

What is the purpose of multiplying by a series of conversion factors?

• To increase the number of units

• To ensure the unwanted units cancel out

• To decrease the number of units

• To add more complexity

What should be stated in the final answer of a dimensional analysis problem?

• The result without units

• The result with incorrect units

• The result of the calculation with the correct units

• The result with additional units

What is the SI base unit for mass?

• Gram

• Kilogram

• Pound

• Ounce