Chapter 2.6, Problem 11P

Convert the given amount to the given unit.

3 mi; ft

To determine

To find: the given amount to ft.

Answer to Problem 11P

  $\text{3 miles}=15,840\text{ ft}$ .

Explanation of Solution

Given information:

Convert $3$ miles to feet.

Calculation:

  $1\text{ mile}=5280\text{ ft}$

  $\begin{array}{l}\text{3 miles}=3\times 5280\text{ ft}\\ =15,840\text{ ft}\end{array}$

Hence, $\text{3 miles}=15,840\text{ ft}$ .