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 kilograms to pounds, you need to multiply the weight in kilograms by 2.20462.
Step 2: Set up the conversion equation
Let’s denote the weight in kilograms as “x” and the weight in pounds as “y”. The conversion equation can be written as:
x kg * 2.20462 = y lbs
Step 3: Substitute the given value
In this case, the given weight is 227 kg. So, we substitute x = 227 kg into the equation:
227 kg * 2.20462 = y lbs
Step 4: Perform the calculation
Multiply 227 by 2.20462:
227 kg * 2.20462 = 500.44074 lbs
Step 5: Round the result (if necessary)
Since pounds are typically rounded to two decimal places, we can round the result to:
500.44 lbs
Therefore, 227 kilograms is approximately equal to 500.44 pounds.