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How many capsules containing $1 / 2$ grain of medication can be prepared from $35 \frac{1}{2}$ grains of this medication powder?
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Since each capsule contains $1/2$ grain of medication, the amount of medication in each capsule is $1/2$ grain. Show more…
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