Determine which of the numbers below is a possible order of magnitude estimate of the quantity described.
-The weight of a grain of rice.
A)0.0006 ounces
B)0.000001 ounces
C)0.006 ounces
D)0.01 ounces

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A grain of rice typically weighs around 0.02 to 0.03 grams, which is approximately 0.0007 to 0.001 ounces. Therefore, 0.0006 ounces is a reasonable order of magnitude estimate.

Determine Which of the Numbers Below Is a Possible Order