How Far Did They Fall in Meters?

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The discussion centers on calculating the distance a person fell from a plane at 6 miles in meters. The initial calculation converts 6 miles to feet, resulting in 31,680 feet, which is then converted to approximately 9,656 meters. However, the book claims the distance is 10,159 meters, leading to confusion about the accuracy of the book's answer. A participant points out that 1 mile equals 1,609.344 meters, suggesting a potential error in the book's conversion. The consensus is that the original calculation appears correct, indicating a possible mistake in the book's figures.
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Homework Statement


The person fell from the plane 6 miles and survived the fall.
What is the distance the person fell in metres?


Homework Equations


1m=3.281ft
1mi=5280ft
1ft=0.3048m


The Attempt at a Solution



I figured if 1 mi = 5280ft
then 6 miles must be : 6(5280ft)=31, 680ft.
I also figured if 1ft = 0.3048m then 31, 680 * 0.3048 should get the distance in metres to be
9,656.06metres. The book says 10, 159m is the answer, so can anyone help me here please? Is it possible the book is wrong?!
 
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Hi 1irishman! :wink:

Your answer looks right to me. :smile:
 
Funny.

10159/6 = 1693.17 meters per mile

1 statute mile = 1609.344 meters

Looks to me like someone ate 0 when calculating the answer.
 
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check your answer here: http://www.unitconversion.org/length/meters-to-miles-conversion.html
 
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