Question

how many kilograms are in 76.2 grams? use the metric table to help answer the question. metric table kilo- hecto- deka- unit deci- centi- 1,000 100 10 1 0.1 0.01 0.000762 kilograms 0.00762 kilograms 0.0762 kilograms 0.762 kilograms

Explanation:

Step1: Identify conversion factor

1 kilogram = 1000 grams, so conversion factor is $\frac{1}{1000}$.

Step2: Convert grams to kilograms

$76.2\text{ grams}\times\frac{1}{1000}= 0.0762\text{ kilograms}$

Answer:

0.0762 kilograms