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Which is a better estimate for the volume of a coffee mug?

A)15 pints
B)15 fluid ounces

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Answer:

B) 15 fluid ounces

Explanation:

Conversion Factor of Pints to fl. oz:

1 Pint= 16 fluid ounces

1) Multiply 15 by 16 to find the amount of fluid ounces in 15 pints:

240

Answer A is completely unreasonable for a normal coffee mug, thus answer B is the correct answer.

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Answer:

B. 15 Fluid Ounces

Explanation:

One pint is equal to 16 fluid ounces.

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