FTCE Professional Education Practice Exam

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How many yards are in one mile?

1760 yards
5280 yards
1600 yards
880 yards

The correct answer is: 1760 yards

One mile is equivalent to 1,760 yards. This relationship comes from the historical definition of a mile, which is based on the Roman measurement system and was standardized in the United States. Understanding that a mile consists of 5,280 feet (which is calculated as 1 mile = 5280 feet) can also help clarify this conversion, as there are 3 feet in a yard. When you divide 5,280 feet by 3 feet per yard, you arrive at 1,760 yards in a mile. This conversion is a fundamental piece of knowledge in both mathematics and geography, often used in contexts ranging from measuring distances in a variety of activities, such as running or hiking, to understanding larger geographic scales.