Conversion Steps: Centimeters to Inches

Converting centimeters to inches involves a simple multiplication using the conversion factor between these two units. The conversion factor is based on the fact that 1 inch is equal to 2.54 centimeters. Here are the steps to convert centimeters to inches:

Steps:

1. Understand the Conversion Factor:

   • Know that 1 inch is equivalent to 2.54 centimeters. This is the conversion factor you will use for the conversion.

2. Set Up the Conversion Factor:

   • Write down the given measurement in centimeters. Place it over the conversion factor, setting up the fraction to cancel out the centimeter unit.

   Example:

   • $\frac{{25 \, \text{cm}}}{{1}} \times \frac{{1 \, \text{inch}}}{{2.54 \, \text{cm}}}$

3. Perform the Multiplication:

   • Multiply the numerators (top numbers) together and the denominators (bottom numbers) together.

   Example:

   • $\frac{{25 \, \text{cm}}}{{1}} \times \frac{{1 \, \text{inch}}}{{2.54 \, \text{cm}}} = \frac{{25}}{{2.54}} \, \text{inches}$

4. Calculate the Result:

   • Perform the division to get the final result in inches.

   Example:

   • $\frac{{25}}{{2.54}} \approx 9.84 \, \text{inches}$

Example:

Let's say you have a measurement of 25 centimeters, and you want to convert it to inches.

$25 \, \text{cm} \times \frac{{1 \, \text{inch}}}{{2.54 \, \text{cm}}}$

$\frac{{25}}{{2.54}} \, \text{inches}$

$\approx 9.84 \, \text{inches}$

So, 25 centimeters is approximately 9.84 inches.

Remember that this conversion is based on the exact conversion factor of 1 inch = 2.54 centimeters. If you need to convert a measurement, you can use this method to quickly and accurately convert centimeters to inches.