SOLUTION: The speed of sound is approximately 760 mph in air. If a gun is fired 5/8 mile away, how long will it take the sound to reach you?

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Question 466913: The speed of sound is approximately 760 mph in air. If a gun is fired 5/8 mile away, how long will it take the sound to reach you?
Answer by robertb(5830) About Me  (Show Source):
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%285%2F8%29%2F760+=+1%2F1216 hr, or 2.96 seconds.