Multiple choice general knowledge

Which civilization came up with the sexagesimal system?

  1. Egyptian

  2. Sumerian

  3. Mesopotamian

  4. Assyrian

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The sexagesimal system (base-60) was developed by the Sumerians, an ancient civilization in Mesopotamia. Option B is correct. This system is still used today in measuring time (60 seconds, 60 minutes) and angles (360 degrees). Egyptians used different systems. Mesopotamia is the region, not the specific civilization.