Question 1

How many feet are in a meter?

Accepted Answer

There are approximately 3.28084 feet in one meter. To convert meters to feet, multiply the number of meters by 3.28084. For example, 10 meters = 32.8084 feet.

Question 2

How many kilometers are in a mile?

Accepted Answer

There are approximately 1.60934 kilometers in one mile. Conversely, one kilometer equals about 0.621371 miles. A quick estimate: multiply miles by 1.6 to get kilometers.

Question 3

How do I convert inches to centimeters?

Accepted Answer

To convert inches to centimeters, multiply by 2.54. One inch equals exactly 2.54 centimeters. For example, 12 inches = 30.48 cm (which is one foot).

Question 4

What is the difference between metric and imperial length units?

Accepted Answer

Metric units (meters, centimeters, kilometers) are based on powers of 10, making conversions simple. Imperial units (feet, inches, miles) are used mainly in the US and UK. 1 foot = 12 inches, 1 yard = 3 feet, 1 mile = 5,280 feet.

Question 5

How tall is 6 feet in centimeters?

Accepted Answer

6 feet equals 182.88 centimeters (or approximately 1.83 meters). This is a common height conversion as many countries use centimeters for height while the US uses feet and inches.