If there are 3 feet in a yard, how many inches are in 1 yard?

If there are 3 feet in a yard, how many inches are in 1 yard?

• A. 24 in
• B. 30 in
• C. 36 in
• D. 42 in

Answer: (C)

To convert yards to inches, it's essential to know both the relationship between feet and yards, as well as inches and feet. In this context, one yard is equivalent to 3 feet. Knowing that each foot contains 12 inches allows us to calculate the total number of inches in one yard. First, we convert yards to feet: since 1 yard equals 3 feet, we have: 1 yard = 3 feet. Next, we convert feet to inches: since each foot contains 12 inches, we can calculate the total number of inches in those 3 feet: 3 feet × 12 inches/foot = 36 inches. Thus, there are 36 inches in one yard. This aligns perfectly with the correct choice, which confirms the proper conversion and understanding of the measurements involved.

To convert yards to inches, it's essential to know both the relationship between feet and yards, as well as inches and feet. In this context, one yard is equivalent to 3 feet. Knowing that each foot contains 12 inches allows us to calculate the total number of inches in one yard.

First, we convert yards to feet: since 1 yard equals 3 feet, we have:

1 yard = 3 feet.

Next, we convert feet to inches: since each foot contains 12 inches, we can calculate the total number of inches in those 3 feet:

3 feet × 12 inches/foot = 36 inches.

Thus, there are 36 inches in one yard. This aligns perfectly with the correct choice, which confirms the proper conversion and understanding of the measurements involved.