HW: Multi-Unit Dimensional Analysis #1

The average round from a sniper rifle travels at a rate of 2,700 ft/s. Convert this speed to mi/hr.

Use the conversion factors given, answer in standard notation, and WATCH YOUR SIG FIGS!

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A Boeing 747 cruises at an average speed of 570 mi/hr once in the air. Convert this speed to yd/min.

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An elite swimmer, like Michael Phelps, can complete a 50.0 meter race in just 21.0 seconds. Convert his speed to km/hr.

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Whole milk has a density of 1.06 g/mL. What is this density in kg/L?

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The fastest pitch ever thrown in an MLB game was by Aroldis Chapman, clocked at roughly 105 mi/hr. Calculate the speed of this pitch in ft/s.

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Linear mass density is a very important concept used in engineering as it quantifies how mass distributes across a certain length. The steel cable used in gym equipment has a linear mass density of 4.22 g/cm. Convert this to lb/ft.

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A typical chewing gum factory can produce 450 grams of chewing gum per minute. How many pounds of chewing gum per hour can a typical factory produce?

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Gasoline has a density of 0.74 g/mL. Convert this value to oz/qt.

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Japan's experimental SCMaglev train was able to safely reach a top speed of 603 km/hr during testing. How many miles per minute is this train capable of traveling?

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A student drinks 355 mL of an energy drink in 5.00 minutes. At this rate, how many liters per hour could the student drink?

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