Explain why the ratio 10g 1kg is not a ratio of equivalent measurements

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Oberbaum · Answer 1 · 2019-04-10T19:27:46+0000

Answer:

see explanation

Explanation:

For the ratio to be valid both quantities must have the same units

Convert 1 Kg to g by multiplying by 1000

1 Kg = 1000 g

The ratio 10g : 1000g is now equivalent measures and simplifies to

1 : 100