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Miles per Hour
Definition
Miles per hour (symbol: mph) is a unit of speed expressing the number of statute miles covered in one hour.
History/Origin
This unit developed naturally from the use of miles for distance measurement and hours for time measurement in English-speaking countries.
Current Use
MPH is the standard unit for vehicle speed measurement in the United States and United Kingdom. It's used for speed limits, vehicle specifications, and wind speed measurements.
Kilometers per Hour
Definition
Kilometers per hour (symbol: km/h or kph) is a unit of speed expressing the number of kilometers covered in one hour.
History/Origin
This unit emerged with the adoption of the metric system and became widespread as countries converted to metric measurements.
Current Use
KPH is the standard unit for vehicle speed measurement in most countries worldwide. It's used for speed limits, vehicle specifications, and general speed measurements.