North Carolina Medication Aide (Med Tech) Practice Exam

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What unit of measurement is denoted by "oz"?

  1. Teaspoonful

  2. Ounce

  3. Milliliter

  4. Quart

The correct answer is: Ounce

The unit of measurement denoted by "oz" is the ounce. In the context of measuring liquids and solids, an ounce is a standard unit commonly used in the United States and other countries that follow the customary system of weights and measures. An ounce can be further specified as either a fluid ounce, which measures volume (for liquids), or an ounce by weight (for solids). In cooking and medication administration, understanding this unit is significant for accurately dosing medications or measuring ingredients. Recognizing that other options include teaspoonful, milliliter, and quart highlights the difference in measurement systems and scales—teaspoonfuls and milliliters are smaller volume measurements, while quarts denote a larger volume. Knowing that "oz" corresponds specifically to "ounce" helps avoid confusion when transferring quantities or converting measurements in various contexts, such as medical dosage or culinary recipes.