SOLUTION: Word Problem: Given that 2.54 centimeters (cm)= 1 inch, 12 inches (in) = 1 foot (ft), and there are 5280 ft = 1 mile, how many centimeters are there in one mile?

Question 98217: Word Problem:
Given that 2.54 centimeters (cm)= 1 inch, 12 inches (in) = 1 foot (ft), and there are 5280 ft = 1 mile, how many centimeters are there in one mile?
Answer by benni1013(206) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Welcome to the world of dimensional analysis! At the end of this problem you are looking for cm/mi. To start we know that they are 5280 ft/1 mi. Next, you need to cancel the feet measurement with the following conversion factor
12 in/ 1 ft. Finally cancel the inch measurement with the following conversion factor 2.54 cm/ 1 in. In the end you will have cm in the numerator and miles in the denominator which will be your answer.
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