To determine how many inches are in 4 feet and 6 inches, we can break the problem down into simple steps:
1. Convert the feet into inches:
There are 12 inches in one foot. So, to convert 4 feet into inches, we multiply:
[tex]\[
4 \, \text{feet} \times 12 \, \text{inches/foot} = 48 \, \text{inches}
\][/tex]
2. Add the remaining inches:
We are also given 6 additional inches. To find the total number of inches, we add these to the inches converted from feet:
[tex]\[
48 \, \text{inches} + 6 \, \text{inches} = 54 \, \text{inches}
\][/tex]
So, the total number of inches in 4 feet 6 inches is:
[tex]\[
\boxed{54 \, \text{inches}}
\][/tex]
