This annoys people because it's more information than what is really requested. Usually, if someone asks how old a baby is, it's a polite conversation starter or topic, not a genuinely interesting subject that demands a more accurate answer.
If I measure something as the silly American I am, I'd rather be told one inch as opposed to 2.5 centimeters.
I'm not saying it's a dumb thing to do, it's just my theory.
If I measure something as the silly American I am, I'd rather be told one inch as opposed to 2.5 centimeters.
I'm not saying it's a dumb thing to do, it's just my theory.