Chapter 5, Problem 17A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The option which is closest to $\text{25}0\text{ mL}$ needs to be identified.

1. $1\text{qt}$ b. $1\text{gal}$ c. $1\text{cup}$ d. $1\text{pt}$

Concept Introduction: Metric system is a measuring system that uses the meter, liter to measure volume. They use to measure smaller or greater quantities units derived from the metric units. English unit system defined a standardized set of measure. English unit of volume is quart.

Answer to Problem 17A

Amount of $\text{25}0\text{ mL}$ is closest to $1\text{cup}$ . Therefore, the correct answer is option c.

Explanation of Solution

Convert $1\text{cup}$ into mL as follows:

  $1\text{cup}=236.58\text{mL}$

Therefore, best approximation for $\text{25}0\text{ mL}$ of milk is $1\text{cup}$ .