2007-08-29 10:17:47 · 14 answers · asked by i l o v e y o u ! 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
Most definately YES!!!
metric makes more sense and is the standard in most places around the world. Using the English system is just one more thing to give countries another reason to hate us.
It's much easier to teach people too. Lets see, an entire measurement system based on units of 10, that's tough!
2007-08-29 10:25:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like others I was taught the metric system in the 70's and was told we would be metric by 1985. I didn't understand why we hadn't changed until I became a machinist. The cost of changing the system would be phenomenal, but could be done. On the other hand it makes people buy parts from a US manufacturer so that might have something to do with it as well. A bit of protectionism.
The metric system has been around since 1775, so I don't see it happening soon.
2007-08-30 16:58:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, Its the only system that makes sense and not just because everyone in the world uses it. Grams, Liters, and meters are all related and work on a system of 10. So, you don't need to waste time on those pesky fractions. The amazing thing with the metric system you can actually measure the weight of the water in a swimming pool using only a meter stick, because all the measurements are interconnected.
2007-08-29 10:27:09 · answer #3 · answered by dudas_91 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In point of fact, we are switching. If you notice, all products have metric and English units on them. But we have yet to make the final leap and go pure metric.. It would help to get in tune with the rest of the world.
2007-08-29 10:28:27 · answer #4 · answered by don_antonowicz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All of us here in the engineering section know the obvious benefits to moving to metric. The reason why it is taking so long is that the construction industry is still mired in the US system. Most of our records would need to be converted to metric as well.
2007-08-30 00:41:12 · answer #5 · answered by ruggerjvd 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It has already done so to the extent that is likely; your US automobile is built with metric fasteners. But English measurements are going to be around for a long time; there are a billion electrical boxes in North America, every one of which uses 6/32 screws to attach a switch or outlet.
2007-08-29 11:19:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably. The thing about it is that there are really very few metric amounts we need to be familiar with in order to get along:
Centimeter
Meter - most are familiar, comparable to yardstick
Kilogram - most common weigth measure (or perhaps grams)
Liter - most are familiar, 2 liter bottles of soda for example
Kilometer
With the rest of the world pretty much on board, and with the growth of the Chinese market/economy - the USA could be left out of the world market.
2007-08-29 10:30:07 · answer #7 · answered by The Corinthian 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes the metric system is multi functional when it comes to calculating weight and volumes for example.
1Litre of water = 1Kg in weight
1Cubic Metre =1000 Litres which therefore is a weight of 1000Kg or 1 Metric Ton, much better dont you think?
2007-08-29 11:20:24 · answer #8 · answered by Mike M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Short answer: yes.
Long answer: when I was in grade school (like, um, 40 years ago!!!) we were suppose to start moving towards the metric system.
What the hell is taking so long?
Do it, already!!!
2007-08-29 10:24:29 · answer #9 · answered by docscholl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes though slowly. we should start teaching metric in schools more and after a while make it more widespread. it would make it easier for international businesses.
2007-08-29 10:21:12 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋