Question

english rulers are typically divided into ______.
a. inches and halves, fourths, eighths, and sixteenths
b. millimeters and centimeters
c. inches and centimeters
d. inches and sixty - fourths

Explanation:

English rulers use the imperial system. Inches are a common imperial unit. English rulers often divide inches into halves, fourths, eighths, and sixteenths. Millimeters and centimeters (Option B) are metric units. Option C mixes imperial (inches) and metric (centimeters). Option D's sixty - fourths is not a typical common division on an English ruler compared to the more standard halves, fourths, eighths, and sixteenths.

Answer:

A. inches and halves, fourths, eighths, and sixteenths