SOLUTION: I need help converting this problem... 45 miles per hour, expressed in centimeters per second? How do i calculate this equation carry the units?

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Question 918271: I need help converting this problem... 45 miles per hour, expressed in centimeters per second? How do i calculate this equation carry the units?
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I need help converting this problem... 45 miles per hour, expressed in centimeters per second? How do i calculate this equation carry the units?
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Convert hours to seconds
1 hour = 3600 seconds
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Convert miles to cms
1 mile = 5280 ft * 12 in/ft * 2.54 cm/in

Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!




Just do the arithmetic

John

My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it