How to Convert Dekagram to Kilogram

Understanding the Units

Before delving into the conversion process, it's essential to grasp the concepts of dekagram (dag) and kilogram (kg). The dekagram represents a unit of mass equivalent to ten grams, while the kilogram stands for one thousand grams.

Conversion Formula

To convert dekagrams to kilograms, employ the following formula:

1 dag = 0.01 kg

Calculation Method

To illustrate the conversion, let's convert 5600 decagrams to kilograms:

5600 dag × 0.01 kg/dag = 56 kg

Therefore, 5600 decagrams are equivalent to 56 kilograms.