Inches to Feet conversion

How to convert inches to feet?

To convert inches to feet, you need to understand the basic conversion factor: there are 12 inches in a foot. The formula for converting inches to feet is:

$\text{Feet} = \frac{\text{Inches}}{12}$

So, to convert 1 inch to feet: $\frac{1 \, \text{inch}}{12} = 0.0833 \, \text{feet}$

Here are some real-world examples for other quantities of inches:

1. 12 inches:

   • Since 12 inches is exactly equal to 1 foot, the conversion is straightforward: $\frac{12 \, \text{inches}}{12} = 1 \, \text{foot}$

2. 24 inches:

   • Convert 24 inches to feet by dividing by 12: $\frac{24 \, \text{inches}}{12} = 2 \, \text{feet}$
   • Example: The height of an average coffee table is around 24 inches or 2 feet.

3. 36 inches:

   • Convert 36 inches to feet: $\frac{36 \, \text{inches}}{12} = 3 \, \text{feet}$
   • Example: The height of a kitchen counter is typically about 36 inches or 3 feet.

4. 48 inches:

   • Convert 48 inches to feet: $\frac{48 \, \text{inches}}{12} = 4 \, \text{feet}$
   • Example: The width of a standard household doorway is about 48 inches or 4 feet.

5. 60 inches:

   • Convert 60 inches to feet: $\frac{60 \, \text{inches}}{12} = 5 \, \text{feet}$
   • Example: A person who is 60 inches tall would be 5 feet tall.

6. 72 inches:

   • Convert 72 inches to feet: $\frac{72 \, \text{inches}}{12} = 6 \, \text{feet}$
   • Example: The height of a standard interior door is approximately 72 inches or 6 feet.

It's helpful to remember that dividing by 12 gives you feet since there are 12 inches in a foot. These examples illustrate how various quantities of inches translate to feet in practical, everyday terms.