1.2 m in cm
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to convert a measurement of 1.2 meters into centimeters. The conversion factor from meters to centimeters is needed to solve this problem.
Answer
120 centimeters
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is 120 centimeters
Steps to Solve
- Identify the conversion factor
To convert meters to centimeters, use the conversion factor: $1 ext{ meter} = 100 ext{ centimeters}$.
- Multiply the given measurement by the conversion factor
Multiply the given value in meters by the conversion factor to get the value in centimeters:
[1.2 ext{ meters} imes 100 rac{ ext{centimeters}}{ ext{meter}} = 120 ext{ centimeters}]
The final answer is 120 centimeters
More Information
1.2 meters is equivalent to 120 centimeters because there are 100 centimeters in a meter. By multiplying meters by 100, you convert to centimeters.
Tips
Remember to multiply by the correct conversion factor. A common mistake is to use the wrong factor or to divide instead of multiply.
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