The minim is a small unit of volume, often used for liquids. The term comes from the Latin word minimus. Each minim is about one drop. The fluid dram is an apothecary unit also used for small units of volume. Each dram is defined as 60 minimums. For example, if you have one measurement in minims and another in drams, you would need to convert the dram measurement to minims to make a correct comparison.
Instructions
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Multiply the number of dram by 60 to convert to minim. For example, if you have 34 dram, multiply 34 by 60 to get 2,040 minim.
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Divide the number of dram by 0.016667 to convert to minim. In this example, divide 34 by 0.016667 to confirm your answer of 2,040 minim.
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Verify your answer with an online dram-to-minim calculator (see Resources).