1. What is the Feet to Centimeters Conversion?

The feet to centimeters conversion is a standard measurement conversion where 1 foot equals exactly 30.48 centimeters. This conversion is essential for comparing height measurements between imperial and metric systems.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple conversion formula:

Where:

• \( cm \) — Height in centimeters
• \( ft \) — Height in feet
• 30.48 — Conversion factor (1 foot = 30.48 cm)

3. Importance of Height Conversion

Details: Accurate height conversion is crucial for medical records, sports statistics, clothing sizes, and any application where measurements need to be standardized between different measurement systems.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter height in feet (can use decimal points for inches conversion, e.g., 5.5 for 5 feet 6 inches). The value must be positive.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically exact - 1 foot equals exactly 30.48 centimeters by international agreement.

Q2: How do I convert feet and inches to centimeters?
A: Convert inches to feet by dividing by 12 (e.g., 6 inches = 0.5 feet), add to feet value, then multiply by 30.48.

Q3: Why is the conversion factor 30.48?
A: This comes from the international yard and pound agreement of 1959 where 1 yard was defined as exactly 0.9144 meters, making 1 foot (1/3 yard) equal to 30.48 cm.

Q4: What's the average height in centimeters?
A: Average heights vary by country, but globally average is about 165 cm for women and 178 cm for men.

Q5: Can I convert centimeters back to feet?
A: Yes, divide centimeters by 30.48 to get feet. Our calculator may offer reverse conversion in future updates.