Question 1

How many mm in an inch?

Accepted Answer

1 inch = 25.4 mm exactly. This is the international standard since 1959. Quick estimate: 1 inch ≈ 25 mm.

Question 2

How do I convert mm to inches?

Accepted Answer

Divide by 25.4. Example: 100 mm = 3.94 inches. For rough estimate, divide mm by 25.

Question 3

Is this conversion factor exact?

Accepted Answer

Metric-to-metric conversions are exact (1 km = 1000 m). Imperial-to-metric factors like 1 inch = 2.54 cm are exact by international agreement.

Question 4

Why do some countries use different units?

Accepted Answer

Historical reasons - the metric system spread from France after 1795. The US, UK, and a few others retained older systems. Science uses metric worldwide.

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