We want to express 1600 meters in feet.
1600 m≈ ft
We can do this by using the fact that 1 foot equals about 0.30 meter. Let's write this relationship as a unit ratio.
0.30 m/1ft
To perform the conversion, we need to multiply 1600 meters by the unit ratio or its reciprocal. Remember, we want to get the length in feet, and every unit we do not want has to be divided out.
The following tool can be used to help you explore some of the most commonly used conversion factors. Conversions can be made both within or between the Metric System and the Imperial System — which is also known as the U.S. Customary System.
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