To convert centimeters (cm) to inches (in), you can use the following conversion factors:
1 inch = 2.54 cm
1 foot = 12 inches
To convert cm to inches:
1. Multiply the number of centimeters by 0.3937 to get the equivalent number of inches.
2. To convert inches to feet, divide the number of inches by 12.
For example, let’s convert 50 cm to inches and then to feet:
1. 50 cm x 0.3937 = 19.685 inches
2. 19.685 inches / 12 = 1.6404 feet
Therefore, 50 cm is equal to 19.685 inches or approximately 1.64 feet.
FAQs:
1. How do I convert inches to centimeters?
To convert inches to centimeters, you can use the conversion factor 1 inch = 2.54 cm. Simply multiply the number of inches by 2.54 to get the equivalent number of centimeters.
2. Can I convert feet directly to centimeters?
Yes, you can convert feet to centimeters by using the conversion factor 1 foot = 30.48 cm. Simply multiply the number of feet by 30.48 to get the equivalent number of centimeters.
3. Why do we use different conversion factors for inches to centimeters and feet to centimeters?
The conversion factors are different because inches and feet are different units of measurement. Inches are smaller than feet, so the conversion factor from inches to centimeters is smaller than the conversion factor from feet to centimeters.