Calculate the taper per foot for a workpiece given Taper per Inch and its length; what factor do you multiply by?

To find the taper per foot when given the taper per inch, it is essential to understand the relationship between inches and feet. Since there are 12 inches in a foot, to convert taper per inch to taper per foot, you multiply the taper per inch value by 12.

This conversion makes sense because if you have a taper value expressed as a rate for every inch, you would need to scale it up to account for the full foot, which consists of 12 inches. Therefore, to convert to taper per foot, the appropriate factor to multiply by is indeed 12, which corresponds to selecting the second option.

Utilizing this factor ensures accurate calculation of the taper over a greater distance, which is crucial in machining and manufacturing processes where precise dimensions are essential for the fit and function of the workpiece.