A car travels at 120 km/h on a motorway. How many metres per second is this?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. About 33 m/s
- Step 1: 120 km/h ÷ 3.6 is about 33 m/s. Answer: About 33 m/s. Why not the others: About 12 m/s, About 20 m/s and About 60 m/s don't fit.
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