Question

Why would a system of measurement using base 60 instead of base 10 have been used in ancient systems of measurement? a. It can be divided by many numbers c. Base 60 is different for everyone b. It is based on having twelve digits (fingers and arms) d. Base 60 was sacred

Answer 1

The answer is: b. It is based on having twelve digits (fingers and arms).

Explanation:

The sexagesimal system is a positional numbering system that uses the number 60 as its base.

The origin dates back to a way of enumerating using the fingers.

This way of counting on the fingers (up to 12 and then up to 60) is still used today by some inhabitants of the Middle East.

The answer is: b. It is based on having twelve digits (fingers and arms).

Answer 2

system of measurement using base 60 instead of base 10 have been used in ancient systems of measurement because
It can be divided by many numbers
and base 10 can be only divided into two halves
so correct option is A
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