A client ingested ½ of 4 ounces of juice; ¾ of 6 ounces of coffee; ½ of 8 ounces of broth; and ¾ of 12 ounces of water. Which fluid did the patient consume the most?
1. Juice
2. Coffee
3. Broth
4. Water
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Rationale 1: One half of 4 ounces of juice is 2 ounces. Calculate ¾ of 6 ounces of coffee by multiplying ¾ x 6/1= 18/4 = 4.5 ounces. One half of 8 ounces of broth is 4 ounces. Calculate ¾ of 12 ounces of water by multiplying ¾ x 12/1 = 36/4 = 9 ounces. The patient consumed the most of water.
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