Concerning Metric Pioneer's recent correspondence, I've always had a
problem with what to call the U.S. measurements.
Officially, the term "inch-pound" has been used. I don't care for that
because it does not indicate clearly a measurement system. Moreover, it
singles out only two measurements, whereas there are many in the "system."
Another common term used is "U.S. Customary" (USC). Is this a good
choice?
Now "Imperial" is being recommended by some. Is this a good alternative?
I suspect that most people would not connect "imperial" with the United
States, perhaps Canada.
I agree that "standard" is not a good choice at all. The standard should
be SI metric.
Paul Trusten and you other USMA officers out there, what is the current
recommendation?
Martin Morrison
USMA "Metric Today" Columnist
