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Dimensional Analysis Review
Remember these important facts about dimensional analysis for dosage calculations.
Dimensional analysis basics
Use whenever two quantities are directly proportional to each other.
Use common equivalents or conversion factors to convert to the same unit of measurement.
Set up the problem using fractions.
Performing dimensional analysis—6 steps
Determine the given quantity.
Determine the wanted quantity.
Select conversion factors.
Set up the problem.
Cancel unwanted units.
Multiply the numerators, multiply the denominators, and divide the products.