To convert centimeters (cm) to feet and inches, you can use the following steps:
1. 1 foot is equal to 30.48 centimeters.
2. Divide the number of centimeters by 30.48 to get the number of feet.
3. The remainder will be the number of inches.
For example, let’s convert 100 cm to feet and inches:
1. 100 cm / 30.48 = 3.28084 feet
2. Since 1 foot is equal to 12 inches, we need to find the remainder:
0.28084 feet * 12 = 3.37008 inches
Therefore, 100 cm is equal to 3 feet and 3.37 inches.
FAQs:
1. Can I convert centimeters to feet and inches without using a calculator?
Yes, you can use the conversion factor of 30.48 cm = 1 foot and 1 foot = 12 inches to convert centimeters to feet and inches manually.
2. How do I convert a decimal value of inches to a fraction?
To convert a decimal value of inches to a fraction, you can multiply the decimal by 16 (since there are 16 parts in an inch) and simplify the fraction if needed.
3. Can I convert feet and inches to centimeters using the same method?
Yes, you can convert feet and inches to centimeters by multiplying the number of feet by 30.48 and adding the number of inches multiplied by 2.54 (since there are 2.54 centimeters in an inch).