1. What is Metric to Imperial Conversion?

The metric system is an international decimal system of measurement used in most countries, while the imperial system is primarily used in the United States. This calculator converts between these two measurement systems.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses standard conversion factors:

For temperature (Celsius to Fahrenheit), the formula is:

3. Common Conversion Factors

• Length:
  • 1 cm = 0.393701 inches
  • 1 m = 3.28084 feet
  • 1 km = 0.621371 miles
• Weight:
  • 1 g = 0.035274 ounces
  • 1 kg = 2.20462 pounds
• Volume:
  • 1 mL = 0.033814 fl oz
  • 1 L = 0.264172 gallons

4. Using the Calculator

Steps:

1. Enter the metric value you want to convert
2. Select the type of conversion (length, weight, volume, or temperature)
3. Select the specific conversion you need
4. Click "Calculate" to see the result

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why are there different measurement systems?
A: Different systems developed in different regions historically. The metric system was developed during the French Revolution, while imperial units evolved from older English units.

Q2: Which countries use imperial units?
A: The United States is the primary country still using imperial units for everyday measurements, though even there, science and medicine use metric.

Q3: Are the conversion factors exact?
A: Most are defined exactly, though some may have very small rounding differences in practical applications.

Q4: How precise are the conversions?
A: The calculator shows results to 4 decimal places for most conversions, and 2 decimal places for temperature.

Q5: Can I convert imperial to metric with this calculator?
A: This calculator currently only converts metric to imperial. For reverse conversions, you would need to use the reciprocal of the conversion factors.