Question

use the given conversion factor to convert 200 ml to tsp.
1 tsp = 5 ml
200 ml = ? tsp

Explanation:

Step1: Set up the conversion equation

Let $x$ be the number of teaspoons. We know that $\frac{1\ tsp}{5\ mL}=\frac{x}{200\ mL}$.

Step2: Cross - multiply and solve for $x$

$5x = 200\times1$. Then $x=\frac{200}{5}$.

Answer:

40