To convert inches to centimeters, you can use the conversion factor that 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. So, to find out how many centimeters are in 5 inches, you simply multiply 5 by 2.54.
Here’s the calculation:
5 inches × 2.54 cm/inch = 12.7 cm
Therefore, there are 12.7 centimeters in 5 inches.