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xkcd bot@lemmy.worldB to xkcd@lemmy.worldEnglish · 1 month ago

xkcd #3164: Metric Tip

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xkcd #3164: Metric Tip

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The package weighs 7 kg 9 oz.

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Source: https://xkcd.com/3164/

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  • stelelor@lemmy.ca
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    1 month ago

    gestures wildly to Canada

    Edit if you’re wondering what I mean: https://m.youtube.com/shorts/0_QvI6tfalo

    • BurntWits@sh.itjust.works
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      1 month ago

      As a Canadian, can confirm, and yeah I agree it’s kinda nuts. But it’s what we’re all used to here, and most people will look at you weird or confused if you use the “wrong” system of measurement.

      Here’s a pretty good flow chart for anyone curious:

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