Understanding the Conversion Between Miles Per Hour and Kilometers Per Hour

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The discussion explores the confusion surrounding the conversion between miles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h). Participants clarify that kilometers are longer than miles, which leads to the conversion factor where 1 mph equals approximately 1.6 km/h. The confusion arises from the perception that larger numbers should represent longer distances, but the rate of travel per hour must be considered. Ultimately, the key takeaway is that while kilometers are numerically larger, miles cover a greater distance, affecting the conversion rate. Understanding this relationship helps clarify the conversion process.
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So I was thinking the other day why is kmph appear bigger than mph in conversions. I thought sense km was a bigger number it would be smaller because converting mi to KM u would reach .6 of a mile. Anyways I then I realized per hour is the rate at which it takes to travel that distant. So if i converted 1 mph to kmph it would be 1.6 because it takes a little quicker acceleration to reach 1 km than m. because km is longer than mi

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----> = Mile
---------> = Km

Ahh I am confused now again lol. My brain doesn't understand why 1 mph would be .62 kmph because if you go ----> this distance per h which is a mile but then convert it to km wouldn't u have gone less in km because km is a bigger number.. lol I know I am wrong but i can't see it the correct way lol someone help
 
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Never mind.. a mile is bigger than a km Lol. Thats why i was confused.
 

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