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How can i solve this using dimensional analysis im so confused

How can i solve this using dimensional analysis im so confused-example-1
User Nicksarno
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Answer:

I will answer the first one for you: 5.33

Step-by-step explanation:

You can use dimensional analysis to do conversions in almost any field of math. For the first problem:


\frac{16 feet}{} |(1 meter)/(3 feet) = about 5.33

User Bryce Drew
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Answer:follow these steps Identify the given quantity in the problem.

Identify the wanted quantity in the problem.

Establish the unit path from the given quantity to the wanted quantity using equivalents as conversion factors.

Set up the conversion factors to permit cancellation of unwanted units

Step-by-step explanation:

other things that may helps

Set up each problem by writing down what you need to find with a question mark. Then set it equal to the information that you are given. The problem is solved by multiplying the given data and its units by the appropriate unit factors so that only the desired units are present at the end.

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