How to convert km/h to m/s squared

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Start date Sep 25, 2005
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To convert kilometers per hour (km/h) to meters per second (m/s), it's important to recognize that the conversion involves time and distance, not acceleration. The formula involves multiplying by the conversion factors: 1 km equals 1000 meters and 1 hour equals 3600 seconds. The confusion arises from the mention of "squared," which is not applicable in this conversion. The correct approach is to use the formula: (km/h) * (1000 m / 1 km) * (1 hr / 3600 s) to arrive at m/s. This method clarifies the conversion process effectively.

Sep 25, 2005

mike98020205

I guess I'm confused on how to convert km/h to m/s squared.

I understand 1min/60s=360s/1 hr but this seems different. the seconds squared ared throwing me off. I know there's a 1000 meters in a kilometer and 360 seconds in an hour. I guess I don't know how to apply these numbers. Thanks for your help.

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Sep 25, 2005

Poncho

1hr = 3600s

The seconds aren't squared

<br /> \frac{km}{hr}*\frac{hr}{3600s}*\frac{1000m}{1km}=\frac{m}{s}<br />

Sep 25, 2005

mike98020205

Ty so much.

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