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The abbreviation 'f' is also used for frequency which could cause errors

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My teacher said it conflicts with frequency

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Femto's symbol is a lower case "f". In electronics it is also the symbol for frequency and therefor would be confusing. I am in pre-engineering and taking a Digital Electronics class.

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