Question

Unit Conversions: The Millennium Star Diamond was found in the Republic of Congo in 1990 and weighs 777 carats. If 1 gram = 5 carats, what is the mass in grams for this diamond?

Answer 1

Approximately 155.4 grams.

Explanation:

Mass in grams = Mass in carats × Conversion factor

Mass in grams = 777 carats × (1 gram / 5 carats)

Mass in grams = 777 / 5 grams

Mass in grams = 155.4 grams

So, the mass of the Millennium Star Diamond is approximately 155.4 grams.

Answer 2

155.4 grams

Explanation:

777 ÷ 5 = 155.4