Which of the following is the closest value to 60 km/h when converted to miles per hour (mph)? (Use 1 mile = 1.609 km)

• A. 96 mph
• B. 60 mph
• C. 37 mph
• D. 45 mph

Answer: (C)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Identify the given speed in kilometers per hour (km/h), which is 60 km/h.
2. Recall the conversion factor between kilometers and miles: 1 mile = 1.609 kilometers.
3. Set up the conversion from km/h to mph using the formula: \(\text{speed in mph} = \frac{\text{speed in km/h}}{1.609}\).
4. Substitute the given value into the formula: \(\text{speed in mph} = \frac{60}{1.609}\).
5. Calculate the division to find the speed in miles per hour, then compare this value to the options provided to determine the closest match.