Appendix C: Conversion Factors
For readers who wish to convert measurements
from the metric system of units to the
inch–pound–Fahrenheit system, conversion
factors are listed below.
Multiply
By
To obtain
Millimeters
0.039
Inches
Centimeters
0.394
Inches
Meters
3.281
Feet
Kilometers
0.621
Miles
Square meters
10.764
Square feet
Square kilometers
0.386
Square miles
Hectares
2.471
Acres
Centigrade
1.8 + 32
Fahrenheit
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