Answer to Question 1
5/8 c. = 10 T. So, a dry measuring cup should be used to measure c. of granulated sugar (8 T). Then, a tablespoon should be used to measure 2 T. 5/8 c. or 10 T. = c. + 2 T.
Answer to Question 2
Conventional oven Heat radiates through lining of oven; no fan for circulation.
Convection oven Hot air is circulated by a fan in the back of the oven; cooks large quantity of food at one time; cooks evenly due to air circulation; and cooks faster than in conventional oven.