Identify conversion factor: Identify the conversion factor for converting milligrams to grams.The conversion factor is that there are 1,000 milligrams in 1 gram. This can be written as:1000 mg1 gThis will convert mg to g.
Convert milligrams to grams: Use the conversion factor to convert 1,500 milligrams to grams.Given: 1500 mgMultiply the conversion factor with 1500 mg to find the number of grams.1000 mg1 g×1500 mg= 1.5 g
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