Question

Describe and correct the error in converting 3 feet to centimeters.

Answer 1

Therefore, the correct conversion of 3 feet to centimeters is approximately 91.44 cm, not 14.2 cm as stated in the original conversion.

Explanation:

The error in the conversion lies in the incorrect conversion factor used.

To convert feet to centimeters, we need to consider that 1 foot is equal to 30.48 centimeters (approximately), not 2.54 centimeters. The correct conversion factor is 1 ft = 30.48 cm.

So, the correct conversion of 3 feet to centimeters would be:

3 ft × 30.48 cm/ft = 91.44 cm

Therefore, the correct conversion of 3 feet to centimeters is approximately 91.44 cm, not 14.2 cm as stated in the original conversion.

Answer 2

3 feet in centimeters is 91.44 cm.

Explanation:

The error in the given equation is in the second conversion factor. The correct conversion factor is 2.54 cm/in, not 1 cm/in.

So, the correct equation to convert 3 feet to centimeters is:

`\sf 3 ft = 3ft * (12 in)/(1 ft) * (2.54cm)/(1in) = 91.44 cm`

Therefore, the correct value of 3 feet in centimeters is 91.44 cm.