Centimeters to Inches conversion

How to convert centimeters to inches?

Converting centimeters to inches involves a simple multiplication. The relationship between centimeters and inches is based on the conversion factor:

$1 \text{ centimeter} = 0.393701 \text{ inches}$

How to Convert 1 Centimeter to Inches

To convert 1 centimeter to inches, you multiply 1 centimeter by 0.393701:

$1 \text{ cm} \times 0.393701 = 0.393701 \text{ inches}$

Steps for Conversion:

1. Take the number in centimeters.
2. Multiply by 0.393701.

Let's go through a few more examples to solidify the understanding.

Example Conversions:

1. 10 Centimeters to Inches:

$10 \text{ cm} \times 0.393701 = 3.93701 \text{ inches}$

2. 25 Centimeters to Inches:

$25 \text{ cm} \times 0.393701 = 9.842525 \text{ inches}$

3. 50 Centimeters to Inches:

$50 \text{ cm} \times 0.393701 = 19.685 \text{ inches}$

Real-World Examples:

1. Height of a Smartphone:

   • If a smartphone is about 15 cm tall, converting it to inches: $15 \text{ cm} \times 0.393701 = 5.9055 \text{ inches}$ A typical smartphone is roughly 5.9 inches tall.

2. Width of a Laptop Screen:

   • If a small laptop has a screen width of 30 cm: $30 \text{ cm} \times 0.393701 = 11.811 \text{ inches}$ The screen would be approximately 11.8 inches wide.

3. Size of a Piece of Paper:

   • An A4 piece of paper is 29.7 cm by 21 cm. Converting these dimensions: $29.7 \text{ cm} \times 0.393701 = 11.6929 \text{ inches}$ $21 \text{ cm} \times 0.393701 = 8.2677 \text{ inches}$ Therefore, an A4 piece of paper is approximately 11.7 inches by 8.3 inches.

These examples should provide a practical understanding of how to convert centimeters to inches and apply these conversions to everyday objects.