Question 1036909
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How would you convert the speed of light of c = 3.0 x 10⁸ meters per second to miles per hour?
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Multiply by 3600 and divide by 1610.


See the lesson <A HREF=https://www.algebra.com/algebra/homework/conversion/Converting-feets-to-meters-Inches-to-centimeters-Miles-to-kilometers-and-vice-versa.lesson>Converting feet to meters, inches to centimeters, miles to kilometers and vice versa</A> in this site.


Should we consider conversion as a Math or not?


I'd would like to say that conversion is on the same level as proportions.
Is it math or not? 


A typical engineer makes conversion/conversions hundreds times per year, 
and MUST do it freely and without errors.