Convert 83 ft to m

To convert 83 feet to meters, you can use a straightforward formula. Understanding this conversion is especially useful in various fields such as construction, engineering, and travel.

ft Definition

Feet (ft) is a unit of length in the imperial system, commonly used in the United States and a few other countries. It is often used to measure height, distance, and the dimensions of objects.

m Definition

Meters (m) are the standard unit of length in the metric system, widely used around the world for scientific, engineering, and everyday measurements. One meter is equal to 39.37 inches or approximately 3.28 feet.

How to Convert 83 ft to m

To convert feet to meters, you can use the following formula:

[ text{meters} = text{feet} times 0.3048 ]

For 83 feet:

[ 83 , text{ft} times 0.3048 , text{m/ft} = 25.2984 , text{m} ]

Therefore, 83 feet is approximately 25.30 meters.

FAQs

What is the conversion factor from feet to meters?

The conversion factor from feet to meters is 0.3048.

How many feet are in a meter?

There are approximately 3.281 feet in one meter.

Why is it important to convert feet to meters?

Converting feet to meters is important for ensuring accurate measurements in international contexts, scientific research, and when using metric-based systems.