To convert 4 feet 11 inches to centimeters, follow these steps:
1. Convert feet to inches: 4 feet x 12 inches/foot = 48 inches
2. Add the remaining inches: 48 inches + 11 inches = 59 inches
3. Multiply the total inches by 2.54 to convert to centimeters: 59 inches x 2.54 cm/inch = 149.86 cm
Therefore, 4 feet 11 inches is equal to 149.86 cm.
Real-life example:
If you have a height of 5 feet 8 inches and you want to convert it to centimeters, you would follow the same steps:
1. 5 feet x 12 inches/foot = 60 inches
2. 60 inches + 8 inches = 68 inches
3. 68 inches x 2.54 cm/inch = 172.72 cm
So, a height of 5 feet 8 inches is equal to 172.72 cm.
FAQs:
1. Can I convert feet and inches to centimeters using a calculator?
Yes, you can easily convert feet and inches to centimeters using a calculator by following the steps mentioned above.
2. Why do we multiply by 2.54 to convert inches to centimeters?
We multiply by 2.54 because 1 inch is equal to 2.54 centimeters. This conversion factor allows us to convert inches to centimeters accurately.
3. Is there a shortcut to convert feet and inches to centimeters?
One shortcut is to remember that 1 foot is equal to 30.48 centimeters and 1 inch is equal to 2.54 centimeters. So, you can multiply the total feet by 30.48 and the total inches by 2.54, then add the two results together to get the total length in centimeters.