To convert 5 feet 11 inches to centimeters, we need to break down the conversion process into two parts: converting feet to centimeters and converting inches to centimeters, then adding these two values together.
Understanding the Conversion Factors
First, let’s establish the conversion factors. 1 foot is equal to 30.48 centimeters, and 1 inch is equal to 2.54 centimeters. These are the standard conversion rates used internationally.
Converting Feet to Centimeters
Given that we have 5 feet, we multiply 5 by 30.48 to get the centimeter equivalent of 5 feet.
5 feet * 30.48 cm/foot = 152.4 cm
Converting Inches to Centimeters
Next, for the 11 inches, we multiply 11 by 2.54 to find out how many centimeters 11 inches is equivalent to.
11 inches * 2.54 cm/inch = 27.94 cm
Combining the Values
Finally, we add the centimeter equivalent of 5 feet to the centimeter equivalent of 11 inches to get the total height in centimeters.
152.4 cm (from 5 feet) + 27.94 cm (from 11 inches) = 180.34 cm
| Unit of Measurement | Conversion Factor | Calculation | Result in CM |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Feet | 1 foot = 30.48 cm | 5 * 30.48 | 152.4 cm |
| 11 Inches | 1 inch = 2.54 cm | 11 * 2.54 | 27.94 cm |
| Total Height | - | 152.4 cm + 27.94 cm | 180.34 cm |
Key Points
- To convert height from feet and inches to centimeters, convert each part separately and then add them together.
- 1 foot is equal to 30.48 centimeters, and 1 inch is equal to 2.54 centimeters.
- For 5 feet, the calculation is 5 * 30.48 cm = 152.4 cm.
- For 11 inches, the calculation is 11 * 2.54 cm = 27.94 cm.
- The total height in centimeters is the sum of these two values: 152.4 cm + 27.94 cm = 180.34 cm.
Thus, 5 feet 11 inches is equivalent to 180.34 centimeters when converted using the standard conversion factors.
What is the conversion factor for feet to centimeters?
+1 foot is equal to 30.48 centimeters.
How do you convert inches to centimeters?
+To convert inches to centimeters, you multiply the number of inches by 2.54 since 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters.
What is the total height in centimeters for someone who is 5 feet 11 inches?
+First, convert 5 feet to centimeters: 5 * 30.48 = 152.4 cm. Then, convert 11 inches to centimeters: 11 * 2.54 = 27.94 cm. Finally, add these two values together: 152.4 cm + 27.94 cm = 180.34 cm.
