Litres to Decilitres conversion

How to convert litres to decilitres?

Sure! To convert litres to decilitres, you need to understand the relationship between these two units of volume.

Conversion

1 litre (L) is equal to 10 decilitres (dL).

So, to convert 1 litre to decilitres:

$1 \text{ L} \times 10 = 10 \text{ dL}$

Real-World Examples

Here are some real-world examples of other quantities of litres:

1. Bottled Water:

   • A standard small bottle of water is usually 0.5 litres, which is equal to: $0.5 \text{ L} \times 10 = 5 \text{ dL}$

2. Soft Drinks:

   • A typical large bottle of soda might be 2 litres, which would convert to: $2 \text{ L} \times 10 = 20 \text{ dL}$

3. A Car's Fuel Tank:

   • An average car's fuel tank might hold about 50 litres, which is: $50 \text{ L} \times 10 = 500 \text{ dL}$

4. Milk Cartons:

   • A large milk carton could contain 1.5 litres of milk, which converts to: $1.5 \text{ L} \times 10 = 15 \text{ dL}$

5. Aquarium Volume:

   • A home aquarium might hold 60 litres of water, which would be: $60 \text{ L} \times 10 = 600 \text{ dL}$

Understanding these conversions can help you in various practical scenarios, such as cooking, grocery shopping, or even planning for travel.