Which unit of measurement is the largest?
a. fluid dram c. teaspoon
b. fluid ounce d. minim
B
The apothecary system is based on the weight of one grain of wheat. The basic unit of weight is the grain or gr and the basic unit of volume is the minim. The minim is the smallest unit of volume, followed by the fluid dram, fluid ounce, pint, quart, and gallon. A fluid ounce contains approximately 9 teaspoons.
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