Question

which units measure the same basic quantities? *
pints and liters
feet and grams
pounds and meters
miles and ounces

for the most part, the united states uses the customary system. under what circumstance might americans use the metric system? *
measuring distances between cities and states.
surveying large areas of land.
following cooking recipes.
trading with other countries.

Explanation:

1. Pints and liters are both units of volume. Feet measure length while grams measure mass. Pounds measure mass and meters measure length. Miles measure length and ounces measure mass or volume (in the case of fluid - ounces).
2. The metric system is an international standard. When trading with other countries, which mostly use the metric system, Americans are likely to use the metric system for consistency and ease of communication in international commerce.

Answer:

1. A. Pints and Liters
2. D. Trading with other countries