Do you spell out pounds in AP style?

Occasionally you will see an s after the abbreviation for pounds, lbs. For example, the AP Stylebook notes that lbs. is sometimes used in sports such as weightlifting, (1) but in most cases, the s isn’t necessary.

How do you write weight in AP style?

When writing about height, weight or other dimensions, use figures and spell out words such as feet, miles, etc. Examples: She is 5-foot-3. He wrote with a 2-inch pencil. Use figures for any distances over 10.

Should lbs be capitalized?

Do not capitalize a unit of measure unless the abbreviation contains a capital letter. Never add a plural s to an abbreviated unit of measure (eg, 10 lb; not 10 lbs).

How do you write measurements in AP style?

Use figures and spell out words like inches, feet, yards, etc., to indicate depth, height, length, and width. You should hyphenate adjectival form before nouns. For example, He is 5 feet 6 inches tall.

How often is the AP style book published?

The classic, practical spiral-bound edition now is published every other year. AP Stylebook, 55th Edition (spiral-bound print)

What are the dimensions of the AP style?

AP Style Dimensions. Home » AP Style » AP Style Dimensions. Use figures and spell out words like inches, feet, yards, etc., to indicate depth, height, length, and width. You should hyphenate adjectival form before nouns. For example, He is 5 feet 6 inches tall. The 5-foot-6-inch man.

Where can I buy the AP Style Book 1984?

Buy “1984” and read it, and do your best to waste as little time as possible on this AP stylebook trash. Every second spent looking at it, is a second abysmally wasted. Of course, soon they’ll just come out with a new edition and this grand expression of truth will be washed away by their persistent meddling, those reprobate blighters.

What do you write in AP style numbers?

Smith was a second lieutenant. The goal is to make first sergeant. See also AP Style Military Units. Use a figure-word combination. Also note no hyphen linking numerals and the word million, billion, or trillion. See also AP Style Millions, Billions, Trillions Dollars.