convert Decimeter to foot

Conversion Formula

1 dm = 0.32808398950131 ft

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 dm = 0.1 meters
   1 Foot = 0.3048 meters
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 dm = (0.1 m) / (0.3048 m/ft) = 0.32808398950131 ft
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in dm by 0.32808398950131 to get the equivalent in ft

Example Conversion

Convert 5 dm to ft:

5 dm × 0.32808398950131 = 1.6404199475066 ft