How do you convert Diameter to inches and feet

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The discussion focuses on converting a diameter measurement of 28 feet 4 inches into both inches and feet. The conversion process involves using the equations 1 ft = 12 inches and 1 inch = (1/12) ft. To convert 28 feet to inches, multiply 28 by 12, resulting in 336 inches, and then add the additional 4 inches for a total of 340 inches. For converting inches back to feet, divide the total inches by 12.

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As an example let's say The diameter is 28' 4" how do you convert into inches and to feet
 
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jim1174 said:
As an example let's say The diameter is 28' 4" how do you convert into inches and to feet
1 ft = 12"

1" = (1/12) '
 
What is the equation I use to convert it? I tryed to google it but all I get are conversion calculaters
 
jim1174 said:
What is the equation I use to convert it? I tryed to google it but all I get are conversion calculaters
I gave you two equations - one to convert feet to inches, and the other to convert inches to feet. If you want to convert, say 8 feet to inches, just multiply both sides of the first equation by 8.

8 * 1ft = 8 * 12" = 96"
 
What I need to do is convert the diameter to inches then convert the diameter to feet
 
jim1174 said:
What I need to do is convert the diameter to inches then convert the diameter to feet
Convert the 28' to inches, and then add on the 4".

For the second part, all you need to do is convert 4" to feet. One inch is what part of a foot?
 
ok i understand it now thanks
 
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ok i understand it now thanks
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