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Height conversion from feet to centimeters is a common measurement conversion used in various fields including healthcare, construction, and everyday life. It allows for standardized height measurements across different measurement systems.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
Where:
Explanation: The conversion factor 30.48 is derived from the international definition of foot as exactly 0.3048 meters, and since 1 meter equals 100 centimeters, 1 foot equals 30.48 centimeters.
Details: Accurate height conversion is essential in medical settings for proper medication dosing, growth monitoring, and BMI calculations. It's also important in international travel, sports, and various professional fields where metric measurements are standard.
Tips: Enter height in feet. The value must be a positive number. The calculator will automatically convert to centimeters with precision to two decimal places.
Q1: Why is the conversion factor 30.48?
A: The conversion factor is based on the international definition where 1 foot is exactly 0.3048 meters, and since 1 meter equals 100 centimeters, the conversion becomes 0.3048 × 100 = 30.48.
Q2: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically exact based on the international standard definition of foot and meter measurements.
Q3: Can I convert fractional feet measurements?
A: Yes, the calculator accepts decimal values for feet, such as 5.5 feet (5 feet 6 inches) or 6.25 feet (6 feet 3 inches).
Q4: What's the difference between feet and centimeters?
A: Feet are part of the imperial measurement system primarily used in the United States, while centimeters are part of the metric system used internationally as the standard measurement system.
Q5: When would I need to convert feet to centimeters?
A: Common situations include international travel, medical records, scientific research, engineering projects, and when working with international standards or colleagues who use the metric system.