In the United States, both the metric system and the English system of measurement are used, although the English system predominates. This discussion question has three parts:

• Look around you to find something in the U.S. that is measured in metrics. Describe it to the class.
• Give an example of how you think the metric system will be used in your future career.
• Do you think the U.S. should switch to metric system exclusively? Why or why not?