Which of the following correctly describes the relationship between cubic centimeters (cm^3) and milliliters (mL)?

• A. 1 cm^3 is equal to 1 mL
• B. 1 cm^3 is equal to 10 mL
• C. 1 cm^3 is equal to 0.1 mL
• D. 1 cm^3 is equal to 100 mL

Answer: (A)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Understand that both cubic centimeters (cm^3) and milliliters (mL) are units used to measure volume.
2. Recall the definition of a milliliter: 1 mL is defined as the volume of a cube that measures 1 cm on each side.
3. Express this relationship mathematically: since volume of a cube = side length \times side length \times side length, then 1 cm^3 = 1 cm \times 1 cm \times 1 cm.
4. Recognize that by definition, 1 cm^3 is exactly equal to 1 mL because both represent the same volume.
5. Conclude that the correct relationship is: \$1\ \text{cm}^3 = 1\ \text{mL}$.