Hey there! Let’s talk about measuring liquids in pottery. When we want to mix up a glaze or add water to our clay, we often use measurements to make sure we get the right amount. One common measurement we use is fluid ounces (fl oz).
Now, did you know that 1 cup in the U.S. holds 8 fluid ounces? That means if we want to find out how many cups are in 9.5 fluid ounces, we can do a little math!
Here’s how we can figure it out:
- Start with 9.5 fl oz.
- Divide by how many ounces are in 1 cup:
$$ \text{Cups} = \frac{9.5 \text{ fl oz}}{8 \text{ fl oz/cup}} $$ - When you do that math, you get:
$$ \text{Cups} = 1.1875 \text{ cups} $$
So, 9.5 fluid ounces is a little more than 1 cup but not quite 1.25 cups.
To help you visualize, here are 7 objects that are exactly equal to 9.5 fluid ounces:
- A mug filled to the top (if it holds 9.5 fl oz).
- An average coffee cup (some hold 9.5 fl oz).
- A small bottle of soda that lists 9.5 fl oz on the side.
- A measuring cup filled with 9.5 fl oz of water.
- A bowl holding 9.5 fl oz of glaze for your pottery.
- A juice box that has 9.5 fl oz.
- A small soup cup filled with a delicious broth.
So, next time you’re working on a new pottery piece, remember that measuring liquids accurately is important, just like in mixing colors for your glazes!
