Question

complete the conversion.
1 foot = 12 inches
4\frac{1}{2} feet = \boxed{} inches

Explanation:

Step1: Convert mixed number to improper fraction

$4\frac{1}{2}$ can be written as $\frac{4\times2 + 1}{2}=\frac{9}{2}$.

Step2: Multiply by conversion factor

Since 1 foot = 12 inches, for $\frac{9}{2}$ feet, we multiply by 12: $\frac{9}{2}\times12 = 9\times6 = 54$.

Answer:

54