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Ancient Egyptians often used a cubit rod for measurement. The rods were divided into hands, palms, and fingers. Larger distances were measured with ropes tied at regular intervals, rods, and poles.
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∙ 11y agoAncient people use to measure things with their hands,feet and fingers..
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∙ 14y agoMost of the masons and mathematicians cut strings in set lengths to measure things.
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∙ 9y agoPeople in ancient times measure things by using body parts like arms and limbs. During those times there was no ruler or other tools that they can use that is why they improvised.
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∙ 13y agoKnotted ropes and wooden rods seem to be common. Variations of the unit cubit, are known. See related link.
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