A dose of 250 mg is required and each tablet contains 125 mg. How many tablets must be given?

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2 tablets. Two 125 mg tablets add up to exactly the required 250 mg dose.

Why the other options are incorrect:
• 1 tablet: A single tablet delivers only 125 mg, half of the required dose.
• 3 tablets: Three tablets yield 375 mg, which is above the prescribed amount.
• 4 tablets: Four tablets provide 500 mg, twice the dose required.
• 5 tablets: Five tablets total 625 mg, substantially more than needed.

A dose of 250 mg is required and each tablet contains 125 mg. How many tablets must be given?

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