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 “x” and the weight in lbs as “y”. The conversion equation can be written as:
x kg * 2.20462 lbs/kg = y lbs
Step 3: Plug in the given weight in kg
In this case, the given weight is 78.6 kg. So, we substitute x = 78.6 kg into the equation:
78.6 kg * 2.20462 lbs/kg = y lbs
Step 4: Perform the calculation
Multiply 78.6 kg by 2.20462 lbs/kg:
78.6 kg * 2.20462 lbs/kg = 173.062332 lbs
Step 5: Round the result (if necessary)
The result, 173.062332 lbs, can be rounded to the desired level of precision. For example, if you want to round to one decimal place, the result would be 173.1 lbs.
Therefore, 78.6 kg is approximately equal to 173.1 lbs.