Why is an American pint smaller than a British pint?

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Why is an American pint smaller than a British pint?

Question #144808. Asked by lonely-lady.
Last updated Nov 01 2017.
Originally posted Nov 01 2017 9:36 AM.

markswood

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markswood

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The US was using English Units of measurement from inception and the UK (and Commonwealth) switched to Imperial Units with the British Weights and Measure Act in 1824.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pint

Nov 01 2017, 9:58 AM

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dg_dave

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dg_dave

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It takes 20 fluid ounces to make an imperial pint, but only 16 to make a US pint.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fluid_ounce

Nov 01 2017, 10:02 AM