Identify conversion factor: Identify the conversion factor between inches and feet. We know that 1 foot is equal to 12 inches.
Set up conversion: Set up the conversion from inches to feet.To convert inches to feet, divide the number of inches by the number of inches in one foot. To express this mathematically, if you have n inches, you convert to feet by calculating 12n, since there are 12 inches in one foot.
Perform calculation: Perform the conversion calculation. 36inches÷12inches/foot=3feet
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