Steve Pope wrote:
> sf > wrote:
>
>> On Sun, 21 Nov 2010 23:07:23 +0000 (UTC),
>
>>> Most deli counters around do not like either of the following:
>>>
>>> 3 ounces
>>> .2 pounds
>
>>> So one is reduced to asking for "somewhat less than a quater pound".
>
>> I ask for a quarter pound and don't care if it goes a little over or a
>> little under.
>
> Let's say I'm making a sandwich for myself. I might usually want between
> 2 and 3 ounces of deli meat on it. Not 4 ounces.
>
> So, it turns out the amount I often want to buy is not an amount the
> counterperson is willing to weigh out....
For a small amount, I find it easier to ask for "4 slices" or similar.
gloria p