Why does K stand for thousand?
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This video explains why the letter 'K' is used to represent a thousand, tracing its origin back to the Greek word 'kilo' and its application in the metric system.
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Origin of 'K' for Thousand00:00:00
The letter 'K' stands for a thousand to minimize confusion. It originates from the Greek word 'kilo', which means a thousand.
Kilo in the Metric System00:00:10
In the metric system, a lowercase 'k' designates kilo, as seen in terms like 'kilogram' for a thousand grams.
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