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Multiple units

Learn how to convert speed limits from miles per hour to meters per second using simple conversion factors. Practice different scenarios for better understanding.

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Multiple units

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  1. 65 mi 1760 yd 1 m 1 hr 1 min hr 1 mi 1.094 yd 60 min 60 s Multiple units • The speed limit is 65 mi/hr. What is this in m/s? • 1 mile = 1760 yds • 1 meter = 1.094 yds

  2. Learning Check The speed limit is 65 mi/hr. What is this in m/s? • 1 mile = 1760 yds • 1 meter = 1.094 yds 2 SF Exact 65 mi 1 hr = 1.2 x 105 sec x 1 hr 60 min x 1 min 60 s x 1760 yd 1 mi x 1 m 1.094 yd

  3. Learning Check If your pace on a treadmill is 65 meters per minute, how many seconds will it take for you to walk a distance of 8450 feet?

  4. Solution Initial 8450 ft x 12 in. x 2.54 cm x 1 m 1 ft 1 in. 100 cm x 1 min x 60 sec = 2400 sec 65 m 1 min final (2 SF)

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