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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..

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What is the world wide term used for the metric system?

metric


Official name for the metric system?

There have been several metric systems; the current official system used world-wide is called SI - Sistème International.


Is 'pounds' used in the metric system?

No, pounds are not used in any modern system.


World wide system of measurement?

The metric system is accepted as the dominate measurement system in the world.


What is the metric system most commonly used for?

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What kinds of degrees and temperatures are used in the metric system?

The metric system is used for temperatures from Celsius.


Where can you find a place that uses the metric system?

The metric system is used everywhere.


What is the metric system used for?

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What system is used for scientific experimentation Metric or English?

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What is the SI and Metric systems?

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What is Australia's metric system?

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What states in the United States are the metric system used in?

There are no specific states that use only the metric system, however on most things that are relevant (gas and food mostly), there are multiple readings, the metric is generally slightly smaller though. If you are referring to science then the metric system is always used.