Pounds to Stones Calculator

Conversion Formula:

\[ \text{Stones} = \left\lfloor\frac{\text{Pounds}}{14}\right\rfloor \] \[ \text{Remaining Pounds} = \text{Pounds} \bmod 14 \]

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1. What is a Pounds to Stones Calculator?

Definition: This calculator converts weight in pounds to the equivalent in stones and remaining pounds.

Purpose: It helps with weight measurements where stones are the preferred unit (commonly used in the UK).

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formulas:

\[ \text{Stones} = \left\lfloor\frac{\text{Pounds}}{14}\right\rfloor \] \[ \text{Remaining Pounds} = \text{Pounds} \bmod 14 \]

Where:

1 stone = 14 pounds
⌊x⌋ means floor function (largest integer ≤ x)
mod means modulo (remainder after division)

Explanation: The calculator divides the pounds by 14 to get whole stones, then shows the remaining pounds.

3. Importance of Weight Conversion

Details: Accurate conversion between units is essential for medical, fitness, and commercial applications where different measurement systems are used.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Simply enter the weight in pounds (must be > 0) and click calculate to see the equivalent in stones and remaining pounds.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why 14 pounds in a stone?
A: The stone is a traditional British unit of weight that was standardized to 14 pounds in the 14th century.

Q2: Where is this conversion commonly used?
A: Primarily in the UK and Ireland for body weight measurements.

Q3: Can I enter decimal values for pounds?
A: Yes, the calculator accepts decimal values which will be properly converted.

Q4: How accurate is the conversion?
A: The conversion is mathematically exact since 1 stone is exactly 14 pounds.

Q5: What if I only want whole stones?
A: The calculator shows both whole stones and any remaining pounds separately.