Reading - Understanding the Metric System in the United States

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What is the prefix for 10^-2?

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The prefix for 10^-2 is 'centi'.

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In what year was Executive Order 12770 issued to implement the metric system?

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Executive Order 12770 was issued in 1991.

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How many liters are in one decaliter?

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10 liters is equal to one decaliter.

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What is the symbol for the prefix 'femto'?

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The symbol for 'femto' is 'f'.

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What does the meter measure?

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The meter is a base unit for measuring length.

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What is the prefix for 10^-3?

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The prefix for 10^-3 is 'milli'.

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What is the prefix for 10^3?

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The prefix for 10^3 is 'kilo'.

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What is the metric unit for mass?

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The metric unit for mass is the kilogram.

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What is the metric unit for volume?

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The metric unit for volume is the liter.

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What is the prefix for 10^-6?

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The prefix for 10^-6 is 'micro'.