Question

Given that 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters, what is the value of 1 cubic inch in cubic centimeters?

1) 16.387 cubic centimeters
2) 2.54 cubic centimeters
3) 1.54 cubic centimeters
4) 0.3937 cubic centimeters

Answer 1

To convert 1 cubic inch to cubic centimeters, use the conversion factor 2.54 centimeters per 1 inch, cubed overall. The value of 1 cubic inch in cubic centimeters is 16.387 cubic centimeters.

Step-by-step explanation:

To convert inches cubed to centimeters cubed, we need to use the conversion factor given: 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. Since we are dealing with cubic measurements, the conversion factor needs to be cubed as well. So, the value of 1 cubic inch in cubic centimeters is 2.54 x 2.54 x 2.54 = 16.387 cubic centimeters.