Calculate the following dosages by using dimensional analysis. A prescription reads ritonavir 200 mg PO. Norvir is available as 80 mg / mL. How many mL should be given?A.      1.5 mLB.      2.2 mLC.      2.5 mLD.      2.8 mL

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: C

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