To convert 10 inches to centimeters, you use the conversion factor that 1 inch is equivalent to 2.54 centimeters. Here's a step-by-step solution:
1. Identify the conversion factor: We know that [tex]\(1 \text{ inch} = 2.54 \text{ centimeters}\)[/tex].
2. Set up the conversion calculation: To convert inches to centimeters, you multiply the number of inches by the conversion factor. In this case, you have 10 inches and you need to convert them to centimeters.
3. Perform the multiplication:
[tex]\[
10 \text{ inches} \times 2.54 \text{ centimeters per inch} = X \text{ centimeters}
\][/tex]
4. Calculate the result:
[tex]\[
10 \times 2.54 = 25.4
\][/tex]
Therefore, [tex]\(10 \text{ inches} = 25.4 \text{ centimeters}\)[/tex].
