Convert square rod to acre
Please provide values below to convert square rod [sq rd] to acre [ac], or Convert acre to square rod.
How to Convert Square Rod to Acre
1 sq rd = 0.00625000007660267 ac
Example: convert 15 sq rd to ac:
15 sq rd = 15 × 0.00625000007660267 ac = 0.09375000114904 ac
Square Rod to Acre Conversion Table
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Square Rod
A square rod is a unit of area equal to the area of a square with sides measuring one rod in length.
History/Origin
The square rod originated in the British Imperial system, historically used in land measurement, particularly in agriculture and surveying, before the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the square rod is primarily used in real estate, land measurement, and historical contexts, with limited modern application outside of traditional or legal references.
Acre
An acre is a unit of area commonly used in the United States and the UK, equal to 43,560 square feet or approximately 4,047 square meters.
History/Origin
The acre originated in medieval England as a measure of land area that could be plowed in one day with a yoke of oxen. It was standardized in the 19th century and has since been used primarily for measuring land, especially in agriculture.
Current Use
Today, the acre is primarily used in real estate, agriculture, and land planning in the United States, the UK, and other countries that use imperial or customary units.