Question

question 19

a pharmacy technician is preparing to dispense 60 ml of liquid medication. the technician should identify that 60 ml is equal to about how many fl oz?

3
1
2
1.5

Explanation:

Identify the conversion factor

Using the Fluid Ounce Conversions knowledge point

$$ 1\text{ fl oz} \approx 30\text{ mL} $$

Calculate the fluid ounces

Using the Fluid Ounce Conversions and Pharmacy Calculations knowledge points

$$ \text{Volume in fl oz} = \frac{60\text{ mL}}{30\text{ mL/fl oz}} = 2\text{ fl oz} $$

Answer:

• 3
• 1
• 2 (Correct answer)
• 1.5