Problem with unit conversion question

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The discussion revolves around a unit conversion issue involving the calculation of cost per liter from a cost per cubic foot. The user is attempting to convert $1.40 per 15 cubic feet to a price in dollars per liter but is confused about the accuracy of their calculations. There is a suggestion to clarify the conversion ratios used, emphasizing the need to convert cubic feet to liters through intermediate units. Additionally, it is pointed out that the result of $0.003 is not correctly represented with three significant figures due to the leading zero. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding unit conversions and significant figures in calculations.
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I can't figure out if its an issue with the Aris online system or a calculation error.

$1.40/15 cubic ft is equivilant to $140/424.752699 liter. Then I divide $140/424.752699 to obtain $.003 as being rounded to 3 sig figs. Is there something wrong with this conversation?

Thanks in advance for any input. Its really frustrating to not know the fault of your work.

Doug
 

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The image was uninterpretable; otherwise I would try to help.

Did you want to convert dollars per cubic feet into dollars per liter? What are all the ratios you are using? Basically you only need ratios sufficient to change cubic feet to liters.

Think: feet>inches>centimeter, and from there you can find your cubic centimeters and milliliters, and directly your liters.
 
.003 is not three significant digits, leading zeroes don't count!
 
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