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Why is the symbol for Pounds in wieght shown as lbs

2006-09-14 22:48:35 · 5 answers · asked by poli_b2001 5 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Mathematics

i think its an abreviation from libra which means balance.

Early weighing instruments were balances (scales) as seen in Zodiac symbol for Libra.

2006-09-14 22:56:31 · answer #1 · answered by LeBlanc 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋

It's from libra, latin for balance and the original phrase libra pondo

2006-09-15 06:00:47 · answer #2 · answered by Michael E 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋

I have no idea! Good question though I will wait for the answer

2006-09-15 05:54:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋

Because the Â£ sign is used for currency.

2006-09-15 05:52:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋

i dnk

2006-09-15 07:54:36 · answer #5 · answered by cry 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋