The Metric System Is Preferred Over the British System in Science

question 43

Multiple Choice

The metric system is preferred over the British system in science for the following main reason.

• A)The metric system is more precise than the British system.
• B)Metric quantities can be defined more accurately than the quantities in the British system.
• C)Metric quantities are natural whereas British quantities are invented.
• D)Conversions between metric quantities are especially easy because they are all related by factors of ten.

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Definitions:

Financing Activities

Transactions and events that affect the long-term liabilities and equity of a company, part of the cash flow statement.

Cash Dividend

A cash dividend is a payment made by a company out of its profits to shareholders in the form of cash, usually on a quarterly basis.

Equipment Purchase

The acquisition of physical assets like machinery and technology for use in operations, often considered a capital expenditure.

Direct Method

A method of reporting cash flows from operating activities by showing major classes of gross cash receipts and payments.