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Decimal refers to any system of numbers which uses a base 10. Metric commonly refers to anything used within the metric system. or to do with the/a metre of some sort.

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Decimal refers to the numbering system based on powers of 10, whereas metric is a system of measurement based on meters, grams, and liters as the fundamental units. Decimal can be applied to any numerical system, while metric specifically refers to units of measurement.

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