Convert Feet and Inches to Decimal Foot Value
Step-by-Step Guide
Converting feet and inches to a decimal foot value is a simple process that can be done in a few easy steps:
Step 1: Convert Feet to Inches
To convert feet to inches, multiply the foot value by 12. For example, to convert 5 feet to inches, we have:
5 feet x 12 inches/foot = 60 inches Step 2: Add Inches to Feet Converted
Once you have converted the feet to inches, add this value to the original feet value (already converted to inches).
Step 3: Convert Inches to Decimal Feet
To convert inches to decimal feet, divide the total inches by 12. For example, to convert 60 inches to decimal feet, we have:
60 inches / 12 inches/foot = 5 feet Example
Let's convert 2 feet and 6 inches to a decimal foot value:
- Convert feet to inches: 2 feet x 12 inches/foot = 24 inches
- Add inches to feet converted: 24 inches + 6 inches = 30 inches
- Convert inches to decimal feet: 30 inches / 12 inches/foot = 2.5 feet
Formula
The general formula for converting feet and inches to a decimal foot value is:
Decimal Foot Value = (Feet x 12) + Inches / 12 
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