Step-by-step conversion explanation: To convert 1.25 inch to meter, multiply by the conversion factor 0.025400. 1.25 x 0.025400 = 0.031750 meter.

1.25 inch equals exactly 0.031750 meter. For practical purposes, this is often rounded to 0.0318 meter.

Objects measuring approximately 1.25 inch include a US Half Dollar coin (1.205 inch diameter), a 1-1/4 inch drive socket, or a small 1.25 inch speaker driver.

Converting inch to meter is crucial for international trade, engineering specifications, scientific research, and compliance with global metric standards, especially in countries where the metric system is primary.

A simple memory aid is to recall that 1 inch is roughly 2.5 centimeters (0.025 meters). For 1.25 inch, multiply 1.25 by 0.025 for a quick estimate of 0.03125 meters. For precision, always use the exact factor 0.0254.