342000 cm to km conversion result above is displayed in three different forms: as a decimal (which could be rounded), in scientific notation (scientific form, standard index form or standard form in the United Kingdom) and as a fraction (exact result). Every display form has its own advantages and in different situations particular form is more convenient than another. For example usage of scientific notation when working with big numbers is recommended due to easier reading and comprehension. Usage of fractions is recommended when more precision is needed.
If we want to calculate how many Kilometers are 342000 Centimeters we have to multiply 342000 by 1 and divide the product by 100000. So for 342000 we have: (342000 × 1) ÷ 100000 = 342000 ÷ 100000 = 3.42 Kilometers
So finally 342000 cm = 3.42 km
