Convert the following as directed :
8 dm into cm.

Explanation

To convert 8 decimeters (dm) into centimeters (cm), follow these steps:

**Step 1: Understand the conversion factor.**
We know that 1 decimeter is equal to 10 centimeters. This is our conversion factor.

**Step 2: Set up the equation.**
To convert 8 dm into cm, we can write it as:
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