Converting 20 ft to centimeters results in 609.6 cm. This is because one foot equals 30.48 centimeters, so multiplying 20 by 30.48 gives the answer.
To convert feet to centimeters, we use the conversion factor where 1 foot is equal to 30.48 centimeters. You take the number of feet and multiply it by 30.48 to get the length in centimeters. For example, 20 ft multiplied by 30.48 equals 609.6 cm, which is the equivalent length in centimeters.
Conversion Result
20 ft is equal to 609.6 cm.
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Result in cm:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert feet to centimeters is multiplying the number of feet by 30.48. This works because one foot contains 30.48 centimeters. So, if you have a measurement in feet, you multiply that value by 30.48 to find its length in centimeters. For example, 20 ft x 30.48 = 609.6 cm.
Conversion Example
- Convert 10 ft to cm:
- Step 1: Take the value in feet, which is 10.
- Step 2: Multiply 10 by 30.48.
- Step 3: 10 x 30.48 = 304.8 cm.
- Result: 10 ft equals 304.8 centimeters.
- Convert 5.5 ft to cm:
- Step 1: The length in feet is 5.5.
- Step 2: Multiply 5.5 by 30.48.
- Step 3: 5.5 x 30.48 = 167.64 cm.
- Result: 5.5 ft equals 167.64 centimeters.
- Convert 15 ft to cm:
- Step 1: The value in feet is 15.
- Step 2: Multiply 15 by 30.48.
- Step 3: 15 x 30.48 = 457.2 cm.
- Result: 15 ft equals 457.2 centimeters.
Conversion Chart
| Feet | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| -5.0 | -152.4 |
| -4.0 | -121.92 |
| -3.0 | -91.44 |
| -2.0 | -60.96 |
| -1.0 | -30.48 |
| 0 | 0 |
| 1.0 | 30.48 |
| 2.0 | 60.96 |
| 3.0 | 91.44 |
| 4.0 | 121.92 |
| 5.0 | 152.4 |
| 10.0 | 304.8 |
| 20.0 | 609.6 |
| 30.0 | 914.4 |
| 40.0 | 1219.2 |
| 45.0 | 1371.6 |
This chart shows the conversion from various feet measurements to centimeters, allowing you to quickly find the length in cm for any given ft value from -5 to 45.
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Conversion Definitions
ft
Foot (ft) is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, equal to 12 inches or approximately 30.48 centimeters, used for measuring height, distance, and other linear dimensions.
cm
Centimeter (cm) is a metric unit of length, equal to one hundredth of a meter, commonly used worldwide for measuring small to moderate lengths like height, width, or dimensions of objects.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the conversion from feet to centimeters?
The conversion from feet to centimeters using the factor 30.48 is precise enough for most practical purposes, including engineering, construction, and everyday measurements, as it is based on the exact length of a foot in metric terms.
Can I convert any feet measurement to centimeters with this method?
Yes, simply multiply the number of feet by 30.48. This method works for any value, whether positive, negative, or fractional, providing accurate results for all linear measurements.
Why is the conversion factor exactly 30.48?
The value 30.48 centimeters per foot was established based on international agreements to standardize measurements, ensuring consistency between imperial and metric systems globally.