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The square feet to square meters conversion is used to convert area measurements from the imperial system to the metric system. This is particularly important in real estate, construction, and international projects where different measurement systems are used.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
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Explanation: The conversion factor is derived from the relationship between feet and meters (1 foot = 0.3048 meters), squared to account for area.
Details: Accurate area conversion is essential for international trade, construction projects, real estate transactions, and scientific research where consistent measurement units are required.
Tips: Enter the area in square feet. The value must be a positive number. The calculator will automatically convert it to square meters with four decimal places precision.
Q1: Why is the conversion factor 10.7639?
A: Because 1 meter = 3.28084 feet, so 1 square meter = (3.28084)^2 = 10.7639 square feet.
Q2: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically precise. The calculator provides results with four decimal places for practical accuracy.
Q3: When would I need to convert square feet to square meters?
A: Common situations include international real estate transactions, construction projects using metric specifications, and scientific research publications.
Q4: Are there any exceptions to this conversion?
A: The conversion is standard and universal for area measurements. However, some industries may use slightly rounded values for simplicity.
Q5: Can I convert square meters back to square feet?
A: Yes, to convert back, multiply square meters by 10.7639 to get square feet.