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Why can two conversion factors be written for the equality $1 \mathrm{m}=100 \mathrm{cm} ?$
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A conversion factor is a ratio (or fraction) which represents the relationship between two different units. A conversion factor is used to change the units of a measured quantity without changing its value. Show more…
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