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How many feet in 20 inches? Convert 20 inches to feet with our accurate calculator. Get instant, precise results for all your conversion needs.
Conversion Formula
1 in = 0.083333 ftfoot = inch ÷ 1220 ÷ 12 = 1.666720 inch = 1.6667 foot
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Quick estimation for 20 inch: Mentally break 20 inches into 12 inches (1 foot) and 8 inches. Estimate 8 inches as approximately two-thirds of a foot, yielding about 1.67 feet.
Precise calculation approach: Divide 20 by 12.0 for an exact result (20 / 12.0 = 1.666666...). Alternatively, multiply 20 by the conversion factor 0.083333 for 1.66666 foot.
Visual reference technique: Visualize a 20 inch object alongside a standard 1 foot ruler. This helps conceptualize 20 inches as one full foot plus an additional 8 inches, which is two-thirds of another foot.
Step-by-step conversion explanation: To convert 20 inch to foot, divide by 0.083333. 20 ÷ 0.083333 = 1.6667 foot
20 inch equals exactly 1.6666666... foot. For most practical purposes, this is often rounded to 1.6667 foot.
Objects measuring approximately 20 inch include a 19.5 inch diagonal computer monitor screen, a 20 inch hand saw blade, and a 20 inch carry-on suitcase height.
Converting inch to foot is useful for expressing larger dimensions in a more manageable unit, particularly in construction, interior design, and when dealing with property measurements where feet are the standard unit. It simplifies communication of scale and overall project planning.
Memory aids and shortcuts for converting 20 inch to foot include remembering that 1 foot is 12 inches. So 20 inches is 1 foot and 8 inches. Since 8 inches is two-thirds of a foot, 20 inches is 1 and 2/3 feet, or approximately 1.67 feet. Visualize a 20 inch object next to a 1 foot ruler to reinforce this relationship.
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