NYT The “long” version of it is 12% heavier Crossword Clue Puzzle Answer from August 10, 2024

The “long” version of it is 12% heavier NYT Crossword Clue Answer

Let’s find the answers to The “long” version of it is 12% heavier NYT for the August 10, 2024 edition of NYT crossword puzzle. Answer Contains 3 letters. Start with T and end with N, and the possible solutions are TAN, TIN, TON.

The answer is TON.

The crossword clue "The 'long' version of it is 12% heavier" with the answer "TON" refers to the difference between the short ton and the long ton. In the United States, a short ton is equal to 2,000 pounds, whereas the British long ton is 2,240 pounds.

The long ton is approximately 12% heavier than the short ton. This weight difference between the two measurements is why the clue suggests that the "long" version (the long ton) is heavier. In crossword puzzles, such clues often play on words and different measurement systems to provide a challenging and intriguing solving experience.

This clue last seen in NYT Crossword Puzzle on August 10, 2024. You can also get all other NYT's Crossword clues hints and answers here.