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OpenStudy (anonymous):

why do scientist use the international system of units

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Scientists from all over the world need some standard to compare to, the international system of units is that standard.

OpenStudy (abb0t):

So that units are kept constant and avoid confusion.

OpenStudy (abb0t):

For instance, when converting from cm \(\rightarrow\) ft, some calculators use different numbers to approximate.

OpenStudy (chmvijay):

to make he units UNIVERSAL ONE :)

OpenStudy (abb0t):

Universal is extending it a bit much. We don't know if they use those in other universes.

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