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  1. Jul 6th, 2008, 05:27 PM #1
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    Do any cultures not count by decimal numbers

    Most cultures have different languages but do any not count 0 - 9
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    Re: Do any cultures not count by decimal numbers

    Mayans - Base 20. Babylon - Base 60. Certain african tribes still use the base 60 system.
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    ...and as you get ever older, try counting in hex. When you celebrate your 37th birthday yo can tell everybody you're still 25
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    Re: Do any cultures not count by decimal numbers

    Yeah, but wouldn't a birthday cake with 2A on it look rather strange?
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    Re: Do any cultures not count by decimal numbers

    Quote Originally Posted by VBAhack
    Yeah, but wouldn't a birthday cake with 2A on it look rather strange?
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