Converting Centimeters to Feet and Inches

In this video, Mr. J explains how to convert centimeters to feet and inches. He begins by introducing the conversion factor of 30.48 cm per foot. The video walks through an example of converting 149 cm to feet and inches, highlighting the importance of rounding and approximation. The process involves dividing centimeters by 30.48 to get feet, then converting the decimal part of feet to inches by multiplying by 12. The video concludes with a recap of the steps and emphasizes the use of approximation due to rounding.

What is the conversion factor from centimeters to feet?

• 1 foot = 30.48 cm

• 1 foot = 100 cm

• 1 cm = 12 inches

• 1 cm = 2.54 inches

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How do you convert 149 cm to feet?

• Multiply by 2.54

• Divide by 30.48

• Divide by 12

• Multiply by 30.48

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What is the approximate value of 149 cm in feet after rounding?

• 4.80 feet

• 5.00 feet

• 4.89 feet

• 4.88 feet

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How do you convert the decimal part of feet to inches?

• Add 2.54

• Multiply by 12

• Multiply by 30.48

• Divide by 12

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What is the result of converting 0.89 feet to inches?

• 10.68 inches

• 12.00 inches

• 9.68 inches

• 11.00 inches

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Why is the approximate sign used in the final result?

• Because the conversion involves rounding

• Because the conversion is exact

• Because the conversion is not needed

• Because the conversion is an estimate

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What is the final rounded result of 149 cm in feet and inches?

• 4 feet 10 inches

• 4 feet 11 inches

• 5 feet 0 inches

• 4 feet 9 inches

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What is the first step in converting centimeters to feet and inches?

• Convert centimeters to inches

• Convert inches to centimeters

• Convert feet to inches

• Convert centimeters to feet

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What is the second step after converting centimeters to feet?

• Convert the decimal part of feet to inches

• Convert feet to meters

• Convert feet to centimeters

• Convert inches to feet

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What is the purpose of the recap section?

• To discuss unrelated topics

• To provide additional examples

• To summarize the conversion process

• To introduce new concepts

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