How many seconds are in a day?

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Explanation

24 hours × 60 minutes × 60 seconds = 86,400 seconds. This number is why Unix timestamps count from January 1, 1970.

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24 hours × 60 minutes × 60 seconds = 86,400 seconds. This number is why Unix timestamps count from January 1, 1970.

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