Encoded Trivia #69
Measurements & conversionsPuzzle #69 — Measurements & conversions
100 C in a D
5-word answer
Hint: Last word of the 5-word answer is Dollar
The answer is:
100 Cents in a Dollar
About This Answer
The United States dollar is divided into 100 cents, a decimal system established by the Coinage Act of 1792. According to the United States Mint, Thomas Jefferson advocated for decimal currency to simplify calculations. The Smithsonian National Numismatic Collection traces the evolution of American coinage. Economists note that the 100-cent dollar facilitated trade and bookkeeping compared to British pounds-shillings-pence. The decimal system influenced other nations to adopt similar currency divisions, promoting international commerce.