A Student Is Working on Converting a Number That Has

question 56

Multiple Choice

A student is working on converting a number that has a unit with the SI prefix milli- to a unit that has the prefix mega-.Using your knowledge about the relative sizes that milli- and mega- represent,how should the student convert the number?

• A)The student should multiply the number by 10⁹.
• B)The student should multiply the number by 10⁶.
• C)The student should divide the number by 10⁶.
• D)The student should use the number as is.
• E)The student should divide the number by 10⁹.

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Definitions:

Vomer Bone

A thin, flat bone forming part of the nasal septum, which divides the left and right airways in the nose.

Ethmoid Bone

A sponge-like bone located at the roof of the nasal cavity and forming part of the orbits of the eyes.

Nasal Bone

A pair of small, oblong bones that form the bridge of the nose, providing structure and support to the nasal cavity.

Atlas

The first cervical vertebra of the spine, supporting the skull and enabling head movements like nodding.