1. What is Height Conversion?

Height conversion between centimeters and feet/inches is commonly needed in many countries that use different measurement systems. This calculator provides accurate conversion between metric and imperial height measurements.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses these formulas:

Where:

• \( cm \) — Height in centimeters
• 1 foot = 30.48 cm
• 1 inch = 2.54 cm
• \( \left\lfloor x \right\rfloor \) — Floor function (greatest integer less than or equal to x)
• \( x \mod 12 \) — Remainder after division by 12

Explanation: The formula first converts cm to total inches, then separates into whole feet and remaining inches.

3. Importance of Height Measurement

Details: Accurate height measurement is important for medical assessments, clothing sizes, fitness tracking, and many other applications where imperial and metric systems need conversion.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter height in centimeters (must be positive number). The calculator will automatically convert to feet and inches format.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How accurate is the conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically precise, with inches rounded to one decimal place for readability.

Q2: What's the average height in feet/inches?
A: Average varies by country - approximately 5'9" (175 cm) for men and 5'4" (162 cm) for women in the US.

Q3: How do I measure my height in cm?
A: Stand straight against a wall, mark the top of your head, then measure from the floor to the mark with a metric tape measure.

Q4: Why are there two systems for height?
A: The imperial system (feet/inches) is traditional in some countries, while metric (cm) is the international standard.

Q5: Can I convert feet/inches back to cm?
A: Yes, use the formula: cm = (feet × 12 + inches) × 2.54