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How to convert 30 cm to inches
To convert centimeters to inches, we use the conversion factor that defines the relationship between these two units of length. This conversion factor is:
1 inch = 2.54 centimeters
This means that one inch is equivalent to 2.54 centimeters.
Now, to convert 30 centimeters to inches, we shall use this conversion factor as follows:
30 centimeters × (1 inch / 2.54 centimeters)
When we multiply 30 centimeters by this fraction, the centimeter units cancel out, leaving us with the equivalent value in inches.
Therefore, 30 centimeters × (1 inch / 2.54 centimeters) = 11.811 inches
So, 30 centimeters is equal to 11.811 inches.
What are centimeters and inches?
Centimeters
“cm” stands for centimeters, a metric unit of length. They have a smaller diameter than an inch. One centimeter is about the same as the width of a tiny paper clip or the first knuckle of your pinky finger, to give you an idea of scale. Since the metric system is based on units of 10, centimeters are utilized extensively in many different countries across the world.
Inches
Conversely, inches are a component of the imperial measurement system that is mostly in use in the US and a few other nations. The sign “in” or double prime (“) represents one inch. Its size exceeds one centimeter.
To put it into perspective, one inch is roughly the diameter of a quarter or the breadth of your thumb at the knuckle. In nations that still use the imperial system, inches are frequently used for everyday measurements, woodworking, and building.
Although measuring length is the same in both centimeters and inches, they belong to separate measurement systems and have different scales. However, when necessary, conversion between them can be achieved by applying the relevant conversion factors.