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It depends. If a space is put after the number, than it does need a period. (5 in.) If a space is not separating the numerical value and the abbreviation, then no. (5in)
I have no clue why and think this is a really weird and pointless rule of the English language. :) Hope I could help
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What is the abbreviation for inches?
The abbreviation for the measurement of an inch or inches is "in."
Does the abbreviation for north have a period after it?
No.
Does Ms have a period like other abbreviations?
Ms is not an abbreviation, therefore no period. If anyone feels it is an abbreviation, please state what it is an abbreviation of. I think I ended the last sentence incorrectly.
Does the abbreviation for pound lb have a period after it?
No
Does the abbreviation pkwy require a period after it?
no
What is the abbreviation for inches?
The abbreviation for the measurement of an inch or inches is "in."
If you end a sentence with an abbreviation do you place an additional period after it?
It is widely accepted that the final period after the abbreviation does double duty in ending the sentence and the abbreviation at the same time.
Must the abbreviation for teaspoon have a period?
In correct English, every abbreviation should have a period at the end
Why is there a period after inches but not after yards miles or feet?
Not sure what you're asking. Maybe the abbreviation for inch is abbreviated in. to designate that it's an abbreviation, rather than the word 'in'. While the other abbreviations: yd mi and ft are not real words.
Do you write a period after Mrs?
Mr. and Mrs. take a period, but Miss does not at it is not an abbreviation.
What is the abbreviation for pressure measurement?
The abbreviation for pressure is p
Is there a period in the abbreviation of gallon?
no
Is there a period after the pounds abbreviation?
No
Does the abbreviation for north have a period after it?
No.
How do you you spell the abbreviation of number?
The abbreviation for number is No. (has a period at the end). Numbers plural is Nos. (again a period at the end).
Should a period after the abbreviation of Inc at the end of a sentence?
Yes, in American English, a period should be included after the abbreviation "Inc." at the end of a sentence. It signifies the end of the abbreviation and the sentence.
Abbrevation of psi?
psi is the abbreviation, also known as an Acronym. It stands for "Pounds Per Square Inch"
