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March 21, 2025
Measuring something by eye is incredibly challenging, especially when measuring small lengths. For instance, how can you know how long 4 centimeters is (1.5748 inches) is? Simple—use everyday objects as references in your mind’s eye! The only question is, what are those objects?
March 18, 2025
Trying to figure out how long 30 meters is? The best thing you can use for such a far distance is a laser measure. But if you don’t have one? Knowing that 30 meters is the same as 98.4252 feet won’t do you much good, but what will is using everyday objects and references.
March 16, 2025
If you’re looking for a new pair of kicks from another continent, especially one with comparatively cheaper prices, the first thing you need to do is determine your shoe size. Unfortunately, there is no sizing standard that all countries follow, so if you’re looking for Asian shoe sizes, you’ll need to do a bit of research. The good news is that it’s already been done for you!
March 16, 2025
If you’re trying to figure out what 2 centimeters looks like without a ruler, good luck. It’s the same as 0.787402 inches, but that doesn’t help much with visualizing 2 centimeters, does it? Well, what you can do is use items that you know measure 2 centimeters. So, what are those items?
March 16, 2025
If you’re having trouble figuring out how heavy 7 ounces is, all you need is a scale. But if you don’t have one, knowing 7 ounces is the same as nearly half a pound or 198.447 grams won’t help you much. What you can do is use everyday objects as references, as long as you know how much those objects weigh.
March 16, 2025
The world has seen some pretty tremendous gaming consoles, but none have been as impactful as the PlayStation 4 (PS4 for short). When it comes to the PS4 dimensions, those numbers represent the design evolution and technological advancements of one of the most popular gaming systems.
March 16, 2025
The size of an airplane tire varies between models, types, and even positioning. For instance, nosewheel tire on a Boeing 737 MAX measures 27 inches in diameter and 7.75 inches in width. The main gear tire on the same plane measures 44 inches in diameter and 16.5 inches wide.
March 16, 2025
Computer monitor sizes are measured diagonally. Common sizes range from 19 inches (48.3 cm) to 32 inches (81.3 cm), and even larger. The size of a monitor affects mounting stability and resolution, while aspect ratio affects the monitor’s physical dimensions.
February 4, 2025
This guide is your ticket to understanding Boeing’s diverse fleet. It will take you through the varying sizes and designs of Boeing aircraft. Get ready to embark on a journey that highlights the physical dimensions and the immense impact these flying machines have on our world.
February 1, 2025
Nintendo Switch box sizes refer to the physical dimensions of the packaging in which the console and games are sold. The original boxes measured 8 × 13.75 × 3.75 inches, while the latest OLED versions are sold in 8 × 10 × 4-inch boxes.
February 1, 2025
Have you ever looked at something and immediately knew how much it weighed? Probably not, and it becomes increasingly more difficult if you need to imagine a weight—say, 20 grams. It’s the same as 0.705479 ounces, but using everyday objects as references is much easier to gauge 20 grams without a scale.
February 1, 2025
100 grams might sound like a lot, especially if you’re not accustomed to the metric system. In reality, 100 grams is the same as 3.5274 ounces or 0.220462 pounds. Doesn’t sound like much, does it? Despite this relatively light weight, getting a feel for 100 grams in your hand can be impossible. That is, unless you have something that serves as a reference!