These packages weigh 1 pound, which is about 10% of 500 grams. Which household item weighs 500 grams?A common household item is a packet of butter with four 1/4 pound sticks of butter wrapped in it. If the scale indicates 5.671 grams, there is clearly a difference of 0.001 grams between the reading and the known mass. If you put a quarter on the scale, the yield should be 5670 grams. If you put a dime on the scale, you should read 2500 grams.
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How Much Does A Nickel Weigh How to calibrate a household scale? Method 2 calibrate the balance