How to Convert English Units of Measure?

In summary, the English unit of measure system, also known as the Imperial system, is a system of measurement used in the United Kingdom and its former colonies. It differs from the metric system in its use of unrelated units and lack of consistent base unit. It is still used today in many countries and industries, but there have been efforts to switch to the metric system in some places.
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mayt
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Hello guyz,

Im having a problem in solving a Math Problem I can not found a formula

does anybody knows the conversion for the following

1. meter squate to feet square m2 to ft2

2. centimeter square to feet square cm2 to in2

3. linear meter to linear ft

Regards and Thanks,

Mayt
 
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One meter = 3.28 feet. 12 inches in a foot. That should be all the information you need to figure this out. This is also not the section for homework problems. Please read the rules of this forum.
 
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Pengwuino said:
One meter = 3.28 feet.
that's not exact. what is exact: 1 in = 2.54 cm.
 

Related to How to Convert English Units of Measure?

1. What is the English unit of measure system?

The English unit of measure system, also known as the Imperial system, is a system of measurement used in the United Kingdom and its former colonies. It includes units such as inches, feet, yards, miles, ounces, pounds, and gallons.

2. How does the English unit of measure system differ from the metric system?

The English unit of measure system differs from the metric system in several ways. The English system is based on units of measurement that are not related to each other, such as inches for length and ounces for weight. The metric system, on the other hand, is based on units that are related to each other, such as meters for length and grams for weight. Additionally, the English system uses different units for the same measurements, while the metric system uses prefixes to denote different magnitudes of the same unit.

3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using the English unit of measure system?

One advantage of the English unit of measure system is its familiarity for those who have grown up using it. It is also often easier to visualize units such as feet and inches compared to meters and centimeters. However, the English system can be more complex and confusing, as it lacks a consistent base unit and uses multiple units for the same measurement. It can also be more difficult to convert between units in the English system compared to the metric system.

4. How is the English unit of measure system still used today?

The English unit of measure system is still used in many countries, including the United States, Myanmar, and Liberia. It is also commonly used in certain industries, such as construction and manufacturing, in the United Kingdom and other English-speaking countries.

5. Is there a movement to switch to the metric system in countries still using the English unit of measure system?

Yes, there have been efforts to switch to the metric system in countries still using the English unit of measure system. In the United Kingdom, there have been discussions about transitioning fully to the metric system, although progress has been slow. In the United States, there have been debates about switching to the metric system, but no official plans have been made. Many other countries have successfully transitioned to the metric system in recent years.

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