Question

the canine tooth of a bengal tiger is 4 inches long. there are 2.54 centimeters in one inch. how long is the tooth in centimeters? write an expression to show the length of a bengal tigers canine tooth in centimeters.

Explanation:

Step1: Identify conversion relationship

1 inch = 2.54 centimeters

Step2: Set up conversion expression

To convert 4 inches to centimeters, multiply the length in inches by the conversion factor:
$4 \times 2.54$

Step3: Calculate the final value

$4 \times 2.54 = 10.16$

Answer:

Expression: $4 \times 2.54$
Final length: 10.16 centimeters