SOLUTION: A drug is to be given at a dosage of 2.5 mg per 4kg weight. What is the unit dosage rate at which this drug is to be given? Round your answer to the nearest tenth.

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Question 1188572: A drug is to be given at a dosage of 2.5 mg per 4kg weight. What is the unit
dosage rate at which this drug is to be given? Round your answer to the nearest tenth.
Answer by ikleyn(52864)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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The unit dosage rate is the ratio of 2.5 mg to 4 kilograms of weight.


Make this division and get the answer.

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