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The square meters to acres conversion is used to convert metric area measurements (square meters) to imperial area measurements (acres). One acre equals exactly 4046.8564224 square meters.
The calculator uses the conversion formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula divides the square meter value by the exact conversion factor to get the equivalent area in acres.
Details: Accurate area conversion is crucial for real estate transactions, land measurement, agricultural planning, and construction projects where different measurement systems are used.
Tips: Enter the area in square meters (must be a positive number). The calculator will automatically compute the equivalent area in acres.
Q1: How many square meters are in one acre?
A: Exactly 4046.8564224 square meters equal one acre.
Q2: Why is the conversion factor so precise?
A: The conversion is based on the international definition of an acre as exactly 4046.8564224 square meters.
Q3: When would I need to convert square meters to acres?
A: Common uses include international land transactions, comparing property sizes between countries, and agricultural planning.
Q4: How accurate is this conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically exact when using the full precision factor.
Q5: Can I convert acres back to square meters?
A: Yes, multiply acres by 4046.8564224 to get square meters.