Massachusetts Pharmacy Technician License Practice Test

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How many liters are there in 121 lbs of medical waste given that 1 lb is approximately 0.453592 liters?

  1. 45.5 L

  2. 54.4 L

  3. 65 L

  4. 75.6 L

The correct answer is: 54.4 L

To determine how many liters are in 121 pounds of medical waste when given that 1 pound is approximately 0.453592 liters, you can multiply the weight in pounds by the conversion factor. The calculation would be as follows: 121 lbs * 0.453592 L/lb = 54.425432 L. When rounding to the nearest tenth of a liter, this result is approximately 54.4 liters. This means the process of using the conversion factor is critical in ensuring accuracy when transforming weight measurements into volume measurements. Understanding how to perform unit conversions is essential in a pharmacy setting, particularly with respect to drug dosages and waste management protocols.