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5' 11"
Decimal: 5.91 ft
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📘 Formula
cm = (feet × 30.48) + (inches × 2.54)
To convert height from Imperial (5'11") to Metric (180cm): 1. Multiply feet by 30.48. 2. Multiply inches by 2.54. 3. Add results together.
📏 Standard Heights
6 feet = 182.88 cm.
5 feet 6 inches = 167.64 cm.
5 feet = 152.4 cm.
🎢 Roller Coasters
Minimum height restrictions vary by country. 48 inches (US) is approximately 122 cm. 1.4 meters (Europe) is about 55 inches (4'7").
👗 Clothing
Knowing your height in both systems helps with online shopping. Asian sizes often list length in cm, while US/UK use inches.
✅ Key Facts
- 1 Foot = 12 Inches.
- 1 Inch = 2.54 cm.
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