To convert kilograms (kg) to pounds (lbs), you can use the following step-by-step instructions:
Step 1: Understand the conversion factor
1 kilogram (kg) is equal to 2.20462 pounds (lbs). This means that to convert kg to lbs, you need to multiply the weight in kg by 2.20462.
Step 2: Set up the conversion equation
Let’s denote the weight in kg as W_kg and the weight in lbs as W_lbs. The conversion equation can be written as:
W_lbs = W_kg * 2.20462
Step 3: Plug in the given weight in kg
In this case, the given weight is 48.5 kg. So, we substitute W_kg = 48.5 into the equation:
W_lbs = 48.5 * 2.20462
Step 4: Perform the calculation
Multiply 48.5 by 2.20462:
W_lbs = 106.92857
Step 5: Round the result (if necessary)
Since weight is typically expressed in whole numbers, you can round the result to the desired level of precision. In this case, rounding to one decimal place gives:
W_lbs ≈ 106.9 lbs
Therefore, 48.5 kg is approximately equal to 106.9 lbs.