To solve the problem of converting 20 centimeters into inches, we can use the conversion factor where 1 inch is equal to 2.54 centimeters.
Here are the steps to perform the conversion:
1. Identify the given quantity and conversion factor:
- We have 20 centimeters.
- The conversion factor from centimeters to inches is 1 inch = 2.54 centimeters.
2. Set up the conversion calculation:
- To convert centimeters to inches, divide the number of centimeters by the conversion factor.
3. Perform the division:
- Divide 20 centimeters by 2.54 centimeters per inch to get the number of inches.
[tex]\[ \text{Inches} = \frac{20 \text{ centimeters}}{2.54 \text{ centimeters per inch}} \][/tex]
4. Calculate the result:
[tex]\[ \text{Inches} \approx 7.874015748031496 \][/tex]
Thus, converting 20 centimeters to inches gives approximately 7.87 inches.
Therefore, the approximate result for converting 20 centimeters into inches is:
A. 7.87 inches
