Metric Manual for Schools: The Decimal System of Measures and Weights, with Exercises and Problems

By Henry Edmund Sawyer

""Metric Manual For Schools"" is a comprehensive guide to the decimal system of measures and weights, written by Henry Edmund Sawyer and originally published in 1877. The book is designed for use in schools and includes exercises and problems to help students understand and apply the metric system. The manual covers a range of topics, including the history of the metric system, the basic units of measurement, and the conversion of measurements between different units. It also includes practical information on how to use metric tools and instruments, such as rulers and scales. The exercises and problems in the book are designed to help students develop their skills in using the metric system. They range from simple calculations involving length, weight, and volume to more complex problems involving conversions between different units and applications in real-world scenarios. Overall, ""Metric Manual For Schools"" is an essential resource for anyone looking to learn or teach the metric system. Its clear explanations, practical examples, and engaging exercises make it an ideal tool for students, teachers, and anyone interested in understanding the world of measurements and weights.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437028985
• ISBN13: 9781437028980
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.1"