Metric Conversions for TEAS 7

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: To convert grams to milligrams, you multiply by 1000 since 1 gram = 1000 milligrams. Therefore, 0.4 grams x 1000 = 400 mg. Choice A (400 mg) is correct. Choices B, C, and D are incorrect because they do not follow the correct conversion factor of 1 gram = 1000 milligrams.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: To convert yards to feet, we use the fact that 1 yard is equal to 3 feet. This is because 1 yard is defined as 3 feet. Therefore, the correct answer is B: 3 feet. Explanation for other choices: A: 4 feet - Incorrect because 1 yard is equal to 3 feet, not 4 feet. C: 2 feet - Incorrect because 1 yard is equal to 3 feet, not 2 feet. D: 5 feet - Incorrect because 1 yard is equal to 3 feet, not 5 feet.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: To convert grams to kilograms, you need to divide by 1000 since there are 1000 grams in 1 kilogram. Therefore, 34.5 grams divided by 1000 equals 0.0345 kilograms or 3.45 kg (A). The other choices are incorrect because B is the original value in kg, C is 100 times the value in kg, and D is the original value in grams.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: kilogram. In the metric system, 'kg' stands for kilogram, which is the unit of mass. The prefix 'kilo-' denotes 1000, so a kilogram is equal to 1000 grams. This is the standard unit used to measure mass in the metric system. B: keg is incorrect as it is a container for storing liquids, not a unit of measurement. C: kroner is the currency used in Norway and Denmark, not a unit of measurement in the metric system. D: kraken is a mythical sea monster and not related to any unit of measurement. Therefore, the correct choice is A as it corresponds to the standard unit for mass in the metric system.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: 2.54 cm. To convert inches to centimeters, we use the conversion factor 1 inch = 2.54 cm. This conversion factor is based on the definition of an inch and a centimeter. Therefore, 1 inch is equivalent to 2.54 centimeters. Choice A (1.54 cm) is incorrect as it is not the correct conversion factor for inches to centimeters. Choice C (3.54 cm) and Choice D (4.54 cm) are also incorrect as they do not correspond to the accurate conversion of inches to centimeters.