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Though the United States has largely rejected the metric system, it is used for currency, as in 100 pennies = 1 dollar. Previously, the British currency system was used, with measurements such as 12 pence to the shilling, and 20 shillings to the pound.
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Symptoms of kidney problems include a loss of appetite, back pain (which may be sudden and intense), chills, abdominal pain, fluid retention, nausea, the urge to urinate, vomiting, and fever.
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The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen in water (H2O) is 2:1.
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Excessive alcohol use costs the country approximately $235 billion every year.
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Most childhood vaccines are 90–99% effective in preventing disease. Side effects are rarely serious.