3. Light travels at the speed of 186,000 miles/second. How far does light travel in 4 hours? Hint: distance=speed x time, remember to enter the units! a. Express your answer in miles. b. Express your answer in kilometers. c. Express your answer in feet. d. Express your answer in yards.

3. Light travels at the speed of 186,000 miles/second. How far does light travel in 4 hours? Hint: distance=speed x time, remember to enter the units! a. Express your answer in miles. b. Express your answer in kilometers. c. Express your answer in feet. d. Express your answer in yards.

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d. Express your answer in yards.

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