convert Centimeter to inch

Conversion Formula

1 cm = 0.39370078740157 in

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Centimeter = 0.01 meters
   1 Inch = 0.0254 meters
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 cm = (0.01 m) / (0.0254 m/in) = 0.39370078740157 in
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in cm by 0.39370078740157 to get the equivalent in in

Example Conversion

Convert 5 cm to in:

5 cm × 0.39370078740157 = 1.9685039370079 in