Square feet to acres

Conversion Formula:

\[ \text{Acres} = \frac{\text{Area (square feet)}}{43560} \]

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1. What is Square Feet to Acres Conversion?

The conversion between square feet and acres is essential in land measurement, real estate, and agriculture. One acre equals exactly 43,560 square feet, a standard measurement in the imperial system.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple conversion formula:

\[ \text{Acres} = \frac{\text{Square Feet}}{43560} \]

Where:

1 acre = 43,560 square feet
This conversion factor is based on the international foot measurement

Explanation: The formula divides the area in square feet by 43,560 to convert it to acres.

3. Practical Applications

Details: This conversion is commonly used in real estate for property listings, in agriculture for field measurements, and in land development projects.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the area in square feet (must be a positive number). The calculator will automatically compute the equivalent area in acres.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is 1 acre equal to 43,560 square feet?
A: This measurement dates back to the Middle Ages when an acre was defined as the area a yoke of oxen could plow in one day.

Q2: How many square feet are in a half-acre?
A: A half-acre equals 21,780 square feet (43,560 ÷ 2).

Q3: What's the difference between acres and square feet?
A: Acres are used for larger land areas while square feet are used for smaller spaces. 1 acre is about the size of a football field.

Q4: Is this conversion used worldwide?
A: Primarily in countries using the imperial system (US, UK). Most countries use hectares (1 hectare = 2.471 acres).

Q5: How precise is this conversion?
A: Extremely precise as it's based on exact definitions. The calculator shows results to 4 decimal places for accuracy.