Encoded Trivia #72
Measurements & conversionsPuzzle #72 — Measurements & conversions
5280 F in a M
5-word answer
Hint: Last word of the 5-word answer is Mile
The answer is:
5,280 Feet in a Mile
About This Answer
A mile contains exactly 5,280 feet, a distance derived from ancient Roman measurements. According to the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the Roman mile (mille passus) measured 1,000 paces. The British Parliament standardized the mile to 5,280 feet in 1593 to reconcile different regional measurements. Modern road signs, aviation, and athletics use mile measurements in the United States. The 5,280-foot mile remains a fundamental distance unit despite global metric system adoption.