Convert Yards to Centimeters
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Converting Yards to Centimeters
Converting yards to centimeters is important in international sports, textiles, and construction, bridging the gap between imperial and metric measurement systems.
Mathematical Relationship
The mathematical relation between yards and centimeters is: 1 yard = 91.44 centimeters. To convert a length in yards to centimeters, multiply the yard value by 91.44.
Common Conversion Values
| Yards | Centimeters |
|---|---|
| 1 | 91.44 |
| 2 | 182.88 |
| 5 | 457.2 |
| 10 | 914.4 |
| 100 | 9144 |
Unit Definitions
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.
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.
Historical Context
The yard has been a fundamental unit of measurement in England since the 10th century. The centimeter was established as part of the metric system during the French Revolution. The precise relationship between them was established when the yard was defined as exactly 0.9144 meters in 1959.