Question

To convert length given in metres (m) into centimetres (cm), we _________,

• A. divide by 100
• B. multiply by 100
• C. divide by 1000
• D. multiply by 1000

Answer 1

The correct option is B

multiply by 100

When we convert a larger unit (m) to a smaller unit (cm), we multiply by the conversion factor.

Therefore, to convert length given in metres (m) to centimetres (cm) we have to multiply by 100.