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CBSE Class 11 » CBSE Class 11 Study Materials » Mathematics » CM TO INCHES CONVERTER
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CM TO INCHES CONVERTER

The conversion of a centimetre (cm) to inches (in) is given by the formula 1 cm=0.3937 inIt is done to carry out the calculations easily and hassle-free.

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INTRODUCTION-

The conversion of a centimetre to an inch is the basic unit of conversion. We can see this basic conversion in primary sections of schools. To learn about the centimetre to inch converter, you should know about the definition of centimetre and inch separately.  The conversion tool is also available to convert centimetre (cm) to inch(in). It is very handy and does error-free calculations. Its values in centimetres (cm) can easily be converted into inches (in) without undergoing any mathematical proofs. It can be done in a fraction of a second. 

CM TO INCHES CONVERTER-

In order to understand the conversion from inch (in) to centimetre (cm), we need to understand the unit of length. After going through proofs and mathematical calculations we have been able to establish the relation between the centimetre ( cm) and the inch (in). 

Inch-

Inch is defined as the unit of length. Inch is used to denote the large lengths.  The inch is denoted by “in”. When an inch is converted into a foot, that 1 foot is 12 inches. 

Centimetre-

A centimetre is defined as the basic unit of length. A centimetre is denoted by “cm”. When the centimetre represented in the form is meter, then centimetre is 1/100th of meter which means in 1 meter there is 100 centimetre. There are many units of length that exist which are part of the metric system of measurement. They are feet, grams, kilograms, meters, etc. 

CM TO INCHES CONVERTER FORMULA

The value of 1 centimetre (cm) is equal to 0.393701 inches (in).  In order to convert centimetre (cm) to inches (in), you should multiply the given value in centimetre by 0.393701 inches (in) to convert the value into inches. Mathematically, the relation between inch (in) and centimetre (cm) is given by 

                                                        1 cm=0.3937 in

Converting from a centimetre (cm) to inch (in) is done to carry out the mathematical conversion efficiently. Sometimes, to solve the problems, there are two different units given in the question. So, It is important that all the units given in the question are in one unit. If the units given are different, then you cannot carry out the mathematical operations. 

EXAMPLES-

Below are given few solved examples to understand the conversion of a centimetre (cm) into an inch (in).

   1.Convert 5 feet 11 inches into centimetres.

We know the basic formula for conversion from cm into in 

                   1 cm=0.3937 in

To convert 5 feet 11 inches into cm –   first, convert feet into inch 

  We also know    1 foot=12 inches

Now, 5 feet 11 inches can be written as 60+11in=71 in

 Converting 71 in into cm         

  Multiply 71 by 2.54 cm which is equal to 180.34 cm. 

  2..Convert 12 cm into inches.

We know the formula to convert cm into inch

                            1 cm=0.3937 in

Hence, !2 cm to convert into inch (in) is given by multiplying 12 by 0.3937. 

The result will be 4.7244 in.

HOW TO CONVERT LENGTH TO CM-

The basic unit of length is meter as well centimetre. The meter and centimetre have a very cordial relation. We all know that 1m=100 cm. As discussed above in order to carry out the mathematical operations, the given units should be in one unit which is convenient and efficient to perform. Likewise, converting from a centimetre (cm) to an inch (in) can be done by the already discussed formula. 

One centimetre is equal to 0.3937 inches. Whenever you want to convert the value in centimetres to inches, you have to multiply the given quantity by 0.3937. The resultant value will be in inches (in).  Below are the values listed by converting from a centimetre (cm) to inches  (in).

CONCLUSION-

The topic which is to talk about the conversion of a centimetre ( cm) to inches (in) has an established relation between centimetre (cm) and inches (in) which is given by 1 cm=0.3937 in.

The conversion formulas help to carry out the mathematical operations very conveniently and efficiently. . Whenever you want to convert the value in centimetres to inches, you have to multiply the given quantity by 0.3937. The resultant value will be in inches (in).  

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What is an inch?

Ans. Inch is the unit of length. Inch is used to denote the large lengths.  T...Read full

What is a centimetre?

Ans. A centimetre is defined as the basic unit of length. A centimetre is denoted by “cm”.

What is the relation between inch and centimetre?

Ans. Inch and centimetre can be given a formula           1 cm=0.3937 in

Convert 70 cm into in?

Ans. We know that        ...Read full

Convert 6 meter (m) in centimeter(cm).

Ans: We already know the basic formula to be used to convert from the meter (m) to centimetre ( cm)           ...Read full

Ans. Inch is the unit of length. Inch is used to denote the large lengths.  The inch is denoted by “in”. When an inch is converted into a foot, then 1 foot is 12 inches. 

Ans. A centimetre is defined as the basic unit of length. A centimetre is denoted by “cm”.

Ans. Inch and centimetre can be given a formula           1 cm=0.3937 in

Ans. We know that 

                               1 cm=0.3937 in

                     To convert 70 cm into an inch, You have to multiply 70 cm by 0.3937 in 

                    70 cm=70*0.3937in=27.559 inch  

                    Hence, The value of 70 cm is 27.559 inches. 

Ans: We already know the basic formula to be used to convert from the meter (m) to centimetre ( cm)           1m=100 cm.

 So, converting 6 meters into centimetre (cm)

 Multiply 6 by 100 then the result would be 600 cm 

Hence, the answer would be 600 cm.

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