Convert 1.6 m to mm. Be sure your answer has the correct number of significant figures.

Note: Reference the SI prefixes table for additional information.

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To convert meters to millimeters, we need to use the SI prefix "milli" which represents 1/1000 of a meter.

1.6 m = 1.6 x 1000 mm = 1600 mm

Therefore, 1.6 meters is equal to 1600 millimeters (4 significant figures).