Florida Pharmacy Technician Certification Practice Test

What is the approximate size of a container suitable for dispensing 240ml of liquid medication?

1. 6 ounces

2. 8 ounces

3. 10 ounces

4. 12 ounces

The correct answer is: 8 ounces

To determine the appropriate size of a container for dispensing 240ml of liquid medication, it is helpful to understand the conversion between milliliters and ounces. One ounce is approximately equal to 29.57 milliliters. When converting 240ml to ounces, you divide 240 by 29.57, which gives approximately 8.12 ounces. This means a container that holds around 8 ounces would be suitable for dispensing 240ml of liquid medication, as it has the capacity to handle that volume comfortably without the risk of overflow. An 8-ounce container is, therefore, the most appropriate choice for this situation, as it corresponds closely to the required volume and provides some extra space to accommodate any potential pouring or transfer issues. The other container sizes such as 6 ounces would be too small, while 10 ounces and 12 ounces, though larger, would not be necessary as they exceed the amount needed.