1. Convert centimeters to inches:
* There are 2.54 centimeters in 1 inch.
* Divide 508 cm by 2.54 cm/inch: 508 cm / 2.54 cm/inch = 200 inches
2. Convert inches to feet and inches:
* There are 12 inches in 1 foot.
* Divide 200 inches by 12 inches/foot: 200 inches / 12 inches/foot = 16 feet with a remainder of 8 inches.
Therefore, 508 cm is equal to 16 feet and 8 inches.