decimalization
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It was its lowest level since the decimalization of the currency in 1971.
From Washington Times • Sep. 26, 2022
But decimalization has been in America for centuries—our currency is 100 cents to the dollar.
From Slate • Aug. 8, 2014
In other words, lawmakers sidestepped the really difficult decimalization issue, leaving it to the regulators in a way almost intended for nothing to happen.
From New York Times • Apr. 3, 2012
A series of rule changes over the last 15 years, from decimalization to a proliferation of electronic trading venues, made it very tough for them to earn the bid-ask spread in large-cap stocks.
From Reuters • Jun. 20, 2011
Of various proposals for decimalization, the most practical is the solution already adopted by South Africa and recommended for Australia and New Zealand.
From Time Magazine Archive
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