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Feet Per Second to Meters Per Second Conversion

Measuring feet per second is useful for measuring stopping distance while driving a car. Measuring velocity in speed units may involve both English and metric measuring systems. When you need to convert from one unit to another, use a simple mathematical formula. For example, if you have a feet per second speed and you wish to convert it to meters per second, perform the calculation to find the correct conversion.

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Instructions

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  Find the feet per second speed, if necessary. To determine this speed, multiply the miles per hour speed by 1.47. For example, if your miles per hour speed is 60, multiply 60 * 1.47 = 88.2 feet per second.
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  Multiply the feet per second speed by .305 to find the meters per second. Using the example from Step 1, multiply 88.2 feet per second * .305 = 26.901 meters per second.
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  Double-check your calculations to ensure accuracy.
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  Round your answer, if you do not require precise accuracy. Using the same example, round 26.901 to 26.9 meters per second.

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