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Definition: This calculator converts volume measurements from cubic inches to US customary cups.
Purpose: It helps in cooking, baking, and other applications where volume measurements need to be converted between these units.
The conversion uses the formula:
Where:
Explanation: There are exactly 14.4375 cubic inches in one US customary cup.
Details: Accurate conversions are essential for recipes, chemical measurements, and any application requiring precise volume measurements.
Tips: Simply enter the volume in cubic inches. The result will show the equivalent volume in cups.
Q1: How many cubic inches are in a cup?
A: There are exactly 14.4375 cubic inches in one US customary cup.
Q2: Is this for US or UK cups?
A: This conversion uses US customary cups (236.588 mL). UK imperial cups are different (284.131 mL).
Q3: Why 14.4375 cubic inches per cup?
A: This comes from the US customary system where 1 cup = 8 fluid ounces = 14.4375 cubic inches.
Q4: Can I convert cups back to cubic inches?
A: Yes, multiply cups by 14.4375 to get cubic inches.
Q5: How precise is this conversion?
A: The conversion factor is exact in the US customary system, not an approximation.