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For each kilogram of a persons weight, 2.5 milligrams of a drug is to be given. What dosage should be given to a child who weighs 71 pounds? Use the fact that 1 lb = 0.45 kg

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80.51275.  Because 1 pound=0.453592 kilograms. 0.453592*71=32.2051        32.2051*2.5=80.51275 
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