The world uses two main systems of measurement: the metric system and the imperial system. The metric system is based on powers of ten, making conversions straightforward. The imperial system, however, uses a variety of different units that can make conversions a bit trickier.
This article explains how to convert 0.8 miles to kilometers. Unit conversions are important in many fields, but it’s even more important to understand the process of conversion, not just rely on a calculator.