Convert quarter (US) to ounce
Please provide values below to convert quarter (US) [qr (US)] to ounce [oz], or Convert ounce to quarter (US).
How to Convert Quarter (Us) to Ounce
1 qr (US) = 400 oz
Example: convert 15 qr (US) to oz:
15 qr (US) = 15 × 400 oz = 6000 oz
Quarter (Us) to Ounce Conversion Table
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Quarter (Us)
A quarter (US) is a unit of weight equal to one-fourth of a pound, commonly used in measuring precious metals and other small quantities.
History/Origin
The quarter originated from the traditional British weight system and was adopted in the United States as a subdivision of the pound. It has historically been used in commerce and trade for precise measurements.
Current Use
Today, the quarter is primarily used in the United States for measuring precious metals, jewelry, and small quantities of certain commodities. It is part of the customary units in the 'Weight and Mass' category within common converters.
Ounce
An ounce (oz) is a unit of weight or mass used primarily in the United States and other countries that use the imperial system. It is equal to 1/16 of a pound or approximately 28.35 grams.
History/Origin
The ounce has origins in ancient Roman and medieval systems of weight measurement. It was historically used in various forms across different cultures, with the modern avoirdupois ounce standardized in the 14th century in England to facilitate trade and commerce.
Current Use
Today, the ounce is commonly used to measure food ingredients, precious metals, and other small quantities of weight in the United States and other countries using the imperial system. It is also used in the context of jewelry, cooking, and postal services.