How do I convert Grams ) g) to Milligrams( mg) without using dimensional analysis?

Question

I teach easy ways to convert Grams to Milligrams or Milligrams to Grams without using a calculator. For example, 0.05 G = 50 mg. Just move the decimal three (3) places to the right. No math, no calculator. Please contact me if I can help you. There are other tricks to learning pharmacology from this retired nursing professor.

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Sandy K. MSN RN

Answer 1

To convert grams (g) to milligrams (mg) without using dimensional analysis, you can use the fact that 1 gram is equal to 1000 milligrams. Therefore, to convert grams to milligrams, you can multiply the value in grams by 1000.

Mathematically, the conversion can be represented as:

Milligrams (mg) = Grams (g) x 1000