Feet to Centimeters conversion

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Conversion from Feet to Centimeters

1 foot (ft) is equal to 30.48 centimeters (cm). This conversion is based on the definition that 1 inch = 2.54 cm, and there are 12 inches in a foot. So,

$1 \text{ ft} = 12 \text{ inches}$ $1 \text{ inch} = 2.54 \text{ cm}$ $\therefore 1 \text{ ft} = 12 \text{ inches} \times 2.54 \text{ cm/inch} = 30.48 \text{ cm}$

Real-World Examples

Here are some examples of different quantities of feet and their conversions to centimeters:

1. 5 feet: $5 \text{ ft} \times 30.48 \frac{\text{cm}}{\text{ft}} = 152.4 \text{ cm}$

   • Example: A person who is 5 feet tall is 152.4 cm tall.

2. 10 feet: $10 \text{ ft} \times 30.48 \frac{\text{cm}}{\text{ft}} = 304.8 \text{ cm}$

   • Example: A small room might measure 10 feet in length, which is 304.8 cm.

3. 2.5 feet: $2.5 \text{ ft} \times 30.48 \frac{\text{cm}}{\text{ft}} = 76.2 \text{ cm}$

   • Example: A coffee table could be 2.5 feet long, which is 76.2 cm.

4. 15 feet: $15 \text{ ft} \times 30.48 \frac{\text{cm}}{\text{ft}} = 457.2 \text{ cm}$

   • Example: A small swimming pool might be 15 feet in width, which is 457.2 cm.

5. 0.5 feet: $0.5 \text{ ft} \times 30.48 \frac{\text{cm}}{\text{ft}} = 15.24 \text{ cm}$

   • Example: A step on a staircase might be 0.5 feet high, which is 15.24 cm.

Now you have a good understanding of how to convert feet to centimeters and some practical examples. If you have any more questions or need further examples, feel free to ask!