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well no because it would be much more confusing. imagine if someone from another place came here and they had a differnet metric system it would be harder for them to catch up. ya know?

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Was it right to sign the treaty of the meter and then not switch to the metric system?

No:( The metric system is much simpler in my opinion and is used by the rest of the world. I guess this is what makes the USA unique though.


What countries use the metric system?

The only three countries who do not use the metric system as their primary system of measurement are the United States, Liberia and Burma (Myanmar). Other countries have adopted the system but do not use it in all cases, for example road distances and speeds are still measured in miles and miles per hour in the United Kingdom.


Do most country's use the metric system?

Yes,because it makes thinks easier to do and remember.


Which system is more logic metric or standard?

The metric system is considered more logical than the standard system because it is based on powers of 10 which makes conversions between units easier. The metric system also has a standardized set of prefixes that denote multiples of 10 which simplifies calculations.


What makes the metric system bad?

Nothing.


Why metric system is wide used?

The metric system is widely used because it is international (used in many different countries) and use units not based on anthropomorphic measures like foot and is based on decimal arithmetic considered easier for calculation..


Why should you use the metric system in science?

Because the metric system uses units of 10's to measure which makes things simple.


Why is metric system accurate?

The metric system is accurate because it is based on standard units that are defined by physical properties of the natural world, such as the speed of light or the mass of a certain volume of water. This makes it precise and consistent for scientific measurements and international communication.


Why did the change from the imperial number system to metric?

To simplify the system. The decimal or metric system makes the task of measuring weight, volume, length,or money calculation so much easier.


What features makes the metric system easy to use?

The metric system is easy to use because it is based on units of 10, which makes conversions between units simple. It also has a standardized set of prefixes for indicating different orders of magnitude, allowing for easy adjustments in measurement scale. Additionally, the system is internationally recognized, promoting consistency and ease of communication across different countries.


What are the benefits of metric system over the English system?

The metric system makes more sense because it uses planned out sizes instead of random sizes that don't correlate with each other.


What is measuring units with divisions that are powers of ten?

Units with divisions that are powers of ten are called metric units. This system of measurement makes it easier to convert between different units by simply moving the decimal point. Examples include meters, grams, and liters.