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Correction for the speed of a Cheetah

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How fast is 20 yards per second?
It's about three-fifths as fast as a Cheetah
The speed of a Cheetah is about 33.560 yards per second.
(Acinonyx jubatus)
The cheetah can reach speeds of up to 33.570 yards per second in short bursts. From a crouching position, the cheetah can attain these speeds in just 2.25 seconds.
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