Convert 125 knots to mph

Understand the Problem

The question is asking for a conversion of speed from knots to miles per hour (mph). This involves using a specific conversion factor where 1 knot is equivalent to approximately 1.15078 mph.

Answer

143.85 mph
Answer for screen readers

The final answer is 143.85 mph

Steps to Solve

  1. Identify the conversion factor

The conversion factor from knots to miles per hour (mph) is approximately 1.15078.

  1. Set up the conversion calculation

To convert 125 knots to mph, multiply 125 by the conversion factor.

$$ 125 ext{ knots} \times 1.15078 \frac{ ext{mph}}{ ext{knot}} $$

  1. Perform the calculation

Multiply the numbers to get:

$$ 125 \times 1.15078 = 143.8475 $$

  1. Round the result

Depending on the required level of precision, round the result. Here, we round to the nearest hundredth.

$$ 143.85 \text{ mph} $$

The final answer is 143.85 mph

More Information

Knots are commonly used in aviation and maritime contexts, whereas mph is used for road speed in the United States.

Tips

Be sure to use the correct conversion factor. Watch out for incorrect arithmetic operations or wrong placement of decimal points.

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