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Money, measurements and shopping in the United States
Plan everyday purchases and driving with a few differences in mind: dollars and cents, distances in miles, fuel in gallons and clothing sizes that vary between brands.
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Familiar numbers can mean different things on a United States trip. Road speeds use miles per hour, while weather reports use Fahrenheit; 32°F is the freezing point of water. Knowing these conventions helps you interpret a driving distance or forecast before making plans, while shopping calls for checking the fit of each brand.
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Plan spending in United States dollars rather than assuming shops will accept your home currency.
Convert Fahrenheit forecasts to your familiar temperature scale before choosing clothes for the day.
Try on clothing and shoes when possible; do not assume the same size will fit across brands.
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