Converting Measurements Between Systems

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What is the conversion factor from miles to kilometers?

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1 mile = 1.6 kilometers.

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How do you convert kilometers to miles?

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To convert kilometers to miles, divide the number of kilometers by 1.6.

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If a taxi charges by the kilometer, how do you calculate the distance in kilometers from miles?

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Multiply the distance in miles by 1.6 to get the distance in kilometers.

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What is the conversion factor from gallons to liters?

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1 gallon = 3.78541 liters.

Front

How do you convert gallons to liters?

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To convert gallons to liters, multiply the number of gallons by 3.78541.

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If a gas station sells gas in liters, how do you find out how many liters you need for a certain number of gallons?

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Multiply the number of gallons by 3.78541 to get the number of liters.

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What is the conversion factor from kilograms to pounds?

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1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds.

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How do you convert kilograms to pounds?

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To convert kilograms to pounds, multiply the number of kilograms by 2.2.

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If a suitcase has a weight limit in kilograms, how do you find the limit in pounds?

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Multiply the weight limit in kilograms by 2.2 to get the limit in pounds.

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How many pints are in a quart?

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There are 2 pints in a quart.