The document discusses metric system prefixes and symbols used to represent larger and smaller numbers derived from base units of measurement. It lists commonly used prefixes like kilo, hecto, and deca that multiply the base unit, as well as deci, centi, and milli that denote divisions. Symbols are also used to simplify greater and smaller metric numbers in the international decimal system of measurement.

1. Metric Prefixes & Symbols By Wey Ern Thoo

2. What is the metric system? The metric system is an international decimal system of measurement founded in 1791.

3. We use prefixes in the metric system to obtain larger and smaller numbers from its base unit. We use symbols in the metric system for representing greater and diminutive numerals. Prefixes and symbols are both used to simplify bigger and littler numbers. Why Do We Use Prefixes & Symbols In The Metric System?

4. Commonly Used Metric Prefixes & Symbols Prefixes Symbols Factor Number Factor Word Kilo k 1,000 Thousand Hecto h 100 Hundred Deca da 10 Ten Deci d 0.1 Tenth Centi c 0.01 Hundredth Milli m 0.001 Thousandth