Convert Centimeters to Yards
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Converting Centimeters to Yards
Converting centimeters to yards is useful in international sports, textiles, and construction projects, particularly when translating between metric and imperial measurements.
Mathematical Relationship
The mathematical relation between centimeters and yards is: 1 yard = 91.44 centimeters. To convert a length in centimeters to yards, divide the centimeter value by 91.44.
Common Conversion Values
| Centimeters | Yards |
|---|---|
| 91.44 | 1 |
| 100 | 1.0936 |
| 200 | 2.1872 |
| 500 | 5.468 |
| 1000 | 10.936 |
Unit Definitions
Centimeters
The centimeter (symbol: cm) is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter. It is a commonly used unit for everyday measurements of smaller objects.
Yards
The yard (symbol: yd) is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems equal to 3 feet or 36 inches. It was originally derived from the length of a person's stride.
Historical Context
The centimeter was established as part of the metric system during the French Revolution. The yard has been a fundamental unit of measurement in England since the 10th century. The precise relationship between them was established when the yard was defined as exactly 0.9144 meters in 1959.