The metric system is a "base10" or " _________" system in that values can be easily multiplied or divided by 10 or powers of 10.
A) binary
B) quaternary
C) decimal
D) hexadecimal

Question

The metric system is a "base­10" or " _________" system in that values can be easily multiplied or divided by 10 or powers of 10.
A) binary
B) quaternary
C) decimal
D) hexadecimal

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The metric system is called a "decimal" system because it is based on powers of 10, allowing for easy conversion by multiplying or dividing by 10.

The Metric System Is a "Base­10" or " _________" System

The Metric System Is a "Base10" or " _________" System