A patient is prescribed 1.2 g of a drug. Each vial holds 600 mg. How many vials are necessary to give the full dose?

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2 vials. 1.2 g equals 1200 mg. Two vials at 600 mg each combine to give exactly 1200 mg.

Why the other options are incorrect:
• 1 vial: One vial provides only 600 mg, which is half the 1.2 g required.
• 3 vials: Three vials provide 1800 mg, significantly more than prescribed.
• 4 vials: Four vials provide 2400 mg, double the prescribed dose.
• 5 vials: Five vials provide 3000 mg, which would be dangerously excessive.

A patient is prescribed 1.2 g of a drug. Each vial holds 600 mg. How many vials are necessary to give the full dose?

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