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ENGLISH SYSTEM

English System

Definition Of English System

English System is one of the measurement systems introduced by the British.

More About English System

It usually refers to either the Imperial System or the US Customary System.
It is also called as the 'British system'.

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Example of English System

Some of the most common units of the British system are yard, foot, cubit, mile, quart, pint, gallons, etc.

Solved Example on English System

Ques: Choose the object that holds about 1 pint.

 example of  English System

Choices:

A. Figure 3
B. Figure 4
C. Figure 2 
D. Figure 1
Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Step 1: Here, only the object in Figure 1 can hold about 1 pint.

Quick Summary

  • The English System is also known as the British System.
  • Common units include yards, feet, miles, quarts, pints, and gallons.
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🍎 Teacher Insights

Emphasize hands-on activities using real-world objects to understand the relative sizes of units.

🎓 Prerequisites

  • Basic arithmetic
  • Fractions
  • Understanding of units

Check Your Knowledge

Q1: Which of the following is a unit in the English System?

Q2: About how much does a pint hold?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between the Imperial System and the US Customary System?
A: While both are considered English Systems, there are differences in some units, such as fluid ounces.

Q: Why is it called the English System?
A: Because it originated in Great Britain.

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