Metric System History

 

In order to truly understand the Metric System, I would like you to do a little bit of research on the topic.  Please answer the following questions in complete sentences.  Make sure your name and bin number are on the top and each question is numbered.  The websites listed below will help you find answers. 

1.      What is the name of the King that wanted a universal system of measurement?  When did this take place?

2.    Why is it called a “decimal – based system?”

3.    Why has the United States not converted to the Metric System?

4.    Do you think we should convert to the Metric System or stay with the English? Support your answer. 

 

 

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metric_system 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metric_system_in_the_United_States  (Wikipedia)
 

http://www.visionlearning.com/library/module_viewer.php?mid=47&l=&c3= (Vision Learning)