Also why don't we accept the Metric System as it in now used in other countries?
Again -- $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
It would cost businesses tons of money to switch to the metric system. The American public have been apathetic, at best, to using metrics.
So what would be a plan for converting all of the United States to metric as opposed to
standard?
Many plans were tried, and the closest we came was to label some products, like foods, in both units.
EDITORIAL:
Tonight Congress may refuse to pass a budget, thus shutting down the government. If we can't even support a health care program that may be a step toward the improved health care in other industrialized countries, we certainly can't change our measurement system.
END OF EDITORIAL
http://edition.cnn.com/2013/09/30/politics/government-shutdown-up-to-speed/
Ok thank you this really helped sorry for all the questions!
You're welcome.
The decision not to fully adopt the Metric System in the United States is rooted in a combination of historical, cultural, and practical reasons. Here's an explanation of why the U.S. has been slow to fully embrace the Metric System:
1. Historical reasons: The United States has a long-standing tradition of using customary units of measurement, which originate from British imperial units. When the Metric System was first developed in the late 18th century, the United States was still a developing nation, and there was no significant pressure to adopt a new measurement system.
2. Cost implications: Transitioning from one measurement system to another on a national scale is a complex and costly endeavor. Adopting the Metric System would require changes in infrastructure, such as road signs, product labeling, manufacturing equipment, and educational materials. The potential costs associated with such a transition have been a deterrent in implementing widespread change.
3. Resistance to change: People are generally resistant to change, and transitioning to a new measurement system would require individuals to relearn familiar units and adjust their daily habits. This resistance can make it difficult to gain public support and momentum for adopting the Metric System.
4. Lack of immediate need: The United States predominantly uses the Metric System in scientific and technical fields, where compatibility and conformity with the international community are crucial. However, in day-to-day life, customary units have continued to function adequately, which reduces the urgency for a comprehensive shift to the Metric System.
It's worth noting that the Metric System is, in fact, used in specific contexts within the United States. For instance, it is used in scientific research, pharmaceuticals, international trade, and military applications.
Despite these factors, there have been ongoing efforts in the United States towards metrication. Over time, there may be a gradual shift towards increased Metric System adoption, especially as globalization and international trade continue to play a significant role in the modern world.