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cm to inches

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1 cm equals 0.3937007874 inches. To convert cm to inches, divide the number of cm by 2.54.

How to convert cm to inches?

cm to inches conversion can be done using multiplication or division.

First, let’s convert 1 cm to inches using multiplication method:

We know that there are 0.3937007874 inches in a cm.

inches = number of cm × 0.3937007874

thus, 1 cm = (1 × 0.3937007874) inches

∴ 1 cm = 0.3937007874 inches

Next, let’s convert 1 cm to inches by using the division method:

There are 2.54 cm in an inch. To use division method of conversion, we will use following formula:

inches = number of cm ÷ 2.54

thus, 1 cm = (1 ÷ 2.54) inches

∴ 1 cm = 0.3937007874 inches

Frequently Asked Questions

How many inches are there in 1 cm?

There are 0.3937007874 inches in 1 cm.