5 ft equals 152.4 cm
Converting 5 feet to centimeters gives you exactly 152.4 cm. This is because 1 foot equals 30.48 centimeters, so multiplying 5 by 30.48 results in the total centimeters. This conversion is useful for measuring height, distance, or object sizes in metric units.
Understanding the Conversion from Feet to Centimeters
The conversion from feet to centimeters involves multiplying the length in feet by the factor 30.48, which is the number of centimeters in one foot. For example, if you have 5 feet, multiply 5 by 30.48: 5 × 30.48 = 152.4 cm. This calculation works because the unit conversion factor is based on the metric system’s standard length measurement.
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Result in cm:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert feet to centimeters is simple: multiply the number of feet by 30.48. This works because each foot contains exactly 30.48 centimeters. For example, converting 7 ft involves calculating 7 × 30.48, which results in 213.36 cm. This method ensures accurate conversions between the units.
Conversion Example
- Convert 3 ft to cm:
- Multiply 3 by 30.48
- 3 × 30.48 = 91.44
- Answer: 91.44 cm
- Convert 10 ft to cm:
- Calculate 10 × 30.48
- 10 × 30.48 = 304.8
- Answer: 304.8 cm
- Convert 0.5 ft to cm:
- Compute 0.5 × 30.48
- 0.5 × 30.48 = 15.24
- Answer: 15.24 cm
- Convert 15 ft to cm:
- Multiply 15 by 30.48
- 15 × 30.48 = 457.2
- Answer: 457.2 cm
Conversion Chart
| Feet | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| -20.0 | -609.6 |
| -15.0 | -457.2 |
| -10.0 | -304.8 |
| -5.0 | -152.4 |
| 0.0 | 0 |
| 5.0 | 152.4 |
| 10.0 | 304.8 |
| 15.0 | 457.2 |
| 20.0 | 609.6 |
| 25.0 | 762.0 |
| 30.0 | 914.4 |
This chart helps to quickly find the centimeters equivalent for a range of feet values. Read across the row to see how many centimeters correspond to a specific number of feet, aiding in quick conversions without calculations.
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Conversion Definitions
ft
Feet (ft) is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, used mainly for measuring height, distance, or length. One foot equals 12 inches, and it is exactly 30.48 centimeters in the metric system, making it convenient for conversions.
cm
Centimeter (cm) is a metric unit of length used in most countries worldwide, equal to one hundredth of a meter. It is common in measuring height, objects, or distances, and allows precise measurement in smaller units compared to meters, with 1 cm = 0.01 meters.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the conversion from feet to centimeters?
The conversion from feet to centimeters is very precise because it uses a fixed conversion factor of 30.48 centimeters per foot. As long as the input is accurate, the resulting centimeters measurement is reliable and suitable for most practical purposes.
Can I convert fractional feet to centimeters?
Yes, fractional feet are converted in the same way by multiplying the full number of feet, including fractions, by 30.48. For example, 2.5 ft equals 2.5 × 30.48 = 76.2 cm, allowing for flexible measurements involving partial feet.
Why is the conversion factor exactly 30.48?
The factor 30.48 centimeters per foot is based on the international agreement that 1 foot equals exactly 0.3048 meters, and since 1 meter is 100 centimeters, the calculation results in 30.48 centimeters per foot, ensuring consistency in conversions.
Are there any other units I can convert from feet?
Yes, besides centimeters, feet can be converted into inches (1 ft = 12 inches), yards (1 yard = 3 feet), or meters (1 ft = 0.3048 meters). These conversions are useful for different measurement systems or specific applications like construction or tailoring.
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