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Bureau of Weights and Measures

The Bureau of Weights and Measures is a governmental organization responsible for ensuring that measurements used in commerce, trade, and safety are accurate and consistent. They set standards for units like pounds, meters, liters, and ensure devices like scales and fuel pumps provide correct readings. By doing so, they protect consumers and businesses from unfair practices, promote fair trade, and maintain trust in measurement systems. Their work helps ensure that when you buy something or use measurement devices, the results are reliable and standardized across the country.