4.242 light year 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 4.242 Light Years we have to multiply 4.242 by 47303652362904 and divide the product by 5. So for 4.242 we have: (4.242 × 47303652362904) ÷ 5 = 2.0066209332344E+14 ÷ 5 = 40132418664688 Kilometers
So finally 4.242 light year = 40132418664688 km
