•How many liters is  563 mL?
•(1) Identify the given quantity and its unit; identify the unit sought
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•(2)  Gather useful unit-factors and outline a logical, systematic sequence of  conversions
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•(3)  Set  up conversions,  following  your outline and verifying the proper  placement of  units in the unit factors.
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•(4)  Place appropriate numbers in the unit factors and carry out in indicated operations
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1 x 10-3   L
563 mL x ¾¾¾¾¾           =  5.63 x 10-1  L
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L
        mL x ¾¾¾ =     L
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1 mL  =  1 x 10-3 L
    given      sought
563 mL
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