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Why do you multiply in metric units of capacity?
I do because I prefer metric units. The majority of the world uses metric units but you don't have to! Just don't try trading with most people.I do because I prefer metric units. The majority of the world uses metric units but you don't have to! Just don't try trading with most people.I do because I prefer metric units. The majority of the world uses metric units but you don't have to! Just don't try trading with most people.I do because I prefer metric units. The majority of the world uses metric units but you don't have to! Just don't try trading with most people.
Why is it important to understand both the English and metric units?
most scientific community uises metric and only America uses English units
What are some reason that the si system uses metric uinits and not the English system?
Only three countries still cling to the "English" system, whereas the whole world uses metric. The SI units were established in 1960 as part of a review of the metric system used at the time; it uses metric units because it is the current version of the metric system.
When to use grams and kilograms?
The world uses for measuring of mass or weight the SI units kilograms or grams. Only three nations have not officially adopted the International System of Units as their primary or sole system of measurement: Liberia, Myanmar and the United States. Scroll down to related links and look at "The not kilogram and gram countries".
Is tons the same as metric tons?
Not necessarily. "Tons" may refer to metric tons, or to imperial tons, which are slightly different. If you live in a country that usually uses metric units, then it can probably be assumed that metric tons is used. If you live in a country that usually uses imperial units, the other type of ton is probably assumed. In case of doubt, better to specify which "ton" is meant, or avoid using "tons" altogether.
