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5.4.1 Use figures for physical quantities—distances, lengths, areas, volumes, pressures, and so on.

EXAMPLES

17 inches 12 picas
1,700 square feet 220 volts
3.2 liters 5 cubic yards

5.4.2 Use figures with symbols or abbreviations.

EXAMPLES

90° latitude 39°20’ N
55 MPH 32 psi
35mm film 4" x 4"

 

 

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