How to Convert English Units of Measure?

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The discussion focuses on converting various English units of measure, specifically from metric to imperial. Key conversions include 1 square meter (m²) equating to approximately 10.764 square feet (ft²), and 1 centimeter (cm) being equal to 0.3937 inches (in). The conversion factor for linear meters to linear feet is established as 1 meter equaling 3.28 feet. Participants emphasize the importance of precision in unit conversions and adherence to forum guidelines regarding homework assistance.

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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.
 
Pengwuino said:
One meter = 3.28 feet.
that's not exact. what is exact: 1 in = 2.54 cm.
 

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