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Converting Measurements between Systems

Question 7 • DAEP - Math 7 A (20 DAY TERM)

The table shows conversions of common units of capacity. Units of CapacityCustomary System UnitsMetric System Units1 gallon3.79 liters1 quart0.95 liters1 pint0.473 liters1 cup0.237 litersApproximately how many centiliters are in 3 quarts? Round answer to the nearest unit.

Answer
A
29 centiliters
B
71 centiliters
C
285 centiliters
D
316 centiliters

Explanation

One quart is about 0.95 liters, so 3 quarts is 3 × 0.95 = 2.85 liters. Since 1 liter equals 100 centiliters, 2.85 liters is 285 centiliters, so the answer is 285 centiliters.

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