20 kn to mph conversion result above is displayed in three different forms: as a decimal (which could be rounded), in scientific notation (scientific form, standard index form or standard form in the United Kingdom) and as a fraction (exact result). Every display form has its own advantages and in different situations particular form is more convenient than another. For example usage of scientific notation when working with big numbers is recommended due to easier reading and comprehension. Usage of fractions is recommended when more precision is needed.
If we want to calculate how many Miles per Hour are 20 Knots we have to multiply 20 by 57875 and divide the product by 50292. So for 20 we have: (20 × 57875) ÷ 50292 = 1157500 ÷ 50292 = 23.015588960471 Miles per Hour
So finally 20 kn = 23.015588960471 mph
