How many centimeters are in 2 kilometers? Write your answer in scientific notation.   How long would it take in minutes to travel 5km if you are traveling at a speed of 30 m/s?   A ship left shore 3 days ago and has been moving at a constant speed. The cruise ship is now 1440 miles away. What is the average speed in mph?

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  • How many centimeters are in 2 kilometers? Write your answer in scientific notation.

 

  • How long would it take in minutes to travel 5km if you are traveling at a speed of 30 m/s?

 

  • A ship left shore 3 days ago and has been moving at a constant speed. The cruise ship is now 1440 miles away. What is the average speed in mph?

 

 

 

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