Dekameters to Poles Converter

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Calculation: Dekameters ➜ Poles

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What is the formula to convert from Dekameters to Poles?

The formula to convert length value from the unit of Dekameters to the unit of Poles is:

Length(Poles) = Length(Dekameters) / 0.5029200000403342

Dekameters unit in Length

A dekameter (dam) is a unit of length equal to 10 meters. Dekameters are used in fields such as topography, meteorology, and hydrology to measure medium-scale distances, such as the height of a hill or the depth of a body of water. This unit offers a practical measure for situations where meters are too small, but larger units like kilometers are unnecessary.

Poles unit in Length

A pole, also known as a rod or perch, is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet or approximately 5.03 meters. Poles were traditionally used in land measurement and surveying. This unit is still referenced in certain legal and historical land records, particularly in the United Kingdom and the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about "Dekameters ➜ Poles" Conversion

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