Final answer:
15 cc (cubic centimeters) is equivalent to approximately 3 teaspoons, which is also equal to 1 tablespoon, and approximately 1/2 ounce. Therefore, all the given options a) 1 tablespoon b) 3 teaspoons c) 1/2 ounce are correct, making the answer d) all of the above.
Step-by-step explanation:
The student's question pertains to volume conversion, specifically converting 15 cc (cubic centimeters) into other units of measurement. Based on the provided reference, 1 teaspoon is approximately 4.93 milliliters, and since 1 cubic centimeter is equal to 1 milliliter, 15 cc would equate to a little over 3 teaspoons (approximately 3.04 teaspoons).
However, since this is a real-world application and not a precise scientific measurement, we generally consider 1 teaspoon to be equivalent to 5 milliliters for ease of use in cooking and everyday measures. Therefore, 15 ml (or cc) would typically be regarded as equal to 3 teaspoons. Furthermore, there is a known conversion that 1 tablespoon is equal to 3 teaspoons. Since 15 cc is also equivalent to 3 teaspoons, it can be concluded that it's equal to 1 tablespoon as well.
When it comes to fluid ounces, typically 1 ounce is approximately 29.57 milliliters. Therefore, 15 milliliters would be roughly half an ounce (0.507 ounces to be exact). Thus, the answer to the student's question includes all three measurements: a tablespoon, 3 teaspoons, and 1/2 ounce, making option d) all of the above correct.