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Sp2750 Exercise 2

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1. Unit conversions are important because, the U.S. does not use the metric system. It is important to understand how to convert to the metric system for science, like exercise physiology. For instance, we measure weight in pounds, but in hospitals they convert pounds to kilograms. Medicine dosages are measured using the metric system, so you have to convert the weight to metric weight.
2. Calibration tells you if the instrument is accurate or not. Based on that knowledge, you can adjust it to get a more accurate reading.
3. For the most part yes, however, I believe the scale was less accurate than the measuring stick or tape. The scale had a higher percent difference, and that was shown when we tested the different dumbbell weights. In

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