To make their exports suitable for use in other countries, U.S. manufacturers must produce goods that are measured in the metric system.

Using this metric conversion table, determine the following amounts.

When you know: Multiply by: To find:
ounces (oz) 28.35 grams (g)
pounds (lb) 0.45 kilograms (kg)
pints (pt) 0.47 liters (l)
quarts (qt) 0.95 liters (l)
gallons (gal) 3.79 liters (l)

a. A 14-ounce package of pasta would weigh about ? grams.

b. Six pounds of beef would about ? kilograms.

c. Eight pints of fruit juice is about ? liters.

d. Three quart bottles of soft drinks equals about ? liters.

e. Estimate how many gallons are equal to 12 liters. Then check your answer with a calculator. How accurate was your estimate?