40 mph to fps 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 Feet per Second are 40 Miles per Hour we have to multiply 40 by 22 and divide the product by 15. So for 40 we have: (40 × 22) ÷ 15 = 880 ÷ 15 = 58.666666666667 Feet per Second
So finally 40 mph = 58.666666666667 fps