To convert meters to hectometers, we need to understand that 1 hectometer (hm) is equal to 100 meters (m). Therefore, the conversion factor is:
[tex]\[ 1 \text{ meter} = 0.01 \text{ hectometers} \][/tex]
Now let's convert 16 meters into hectometers:
[tex]\[ \text{Hectometers} = \text{Meters} \times 0.01 \][/tex]
Substituting the given value:
[tex]\[ \text{Hectometers} = 16 \times 0.01 \][/tex]
[tex]\[ \text{Hectometers} = 0.16 \][/tex]
Thus, 16 meters is equal to 0.16 hectometers. Therefore, the correct answer is:
[tex]\[ \boxed{0.16 \text{ hm}} \][/tex]
