But feet and ankles that stay swollen or are accompanied by other symptoms could signal a serious health problem. WebMD looks at some possible causes of foot and ankle swelling and offers advice on when to call the doctor. Pregnancy complications. Some swelling of the ankles and feet is normal during pregnancy.
Report Abuse. A furlong is equal to one-eighth of a mile Since there are 5280 feet in a mile, there are 5280 / 8 = 660 feet in a furlong. Gerry Â· 7 years ago. Thumbs up.
The Romans divided their mile into 5,000 feet but the greater importance of furlongs in pre-modern England meant that the statute mile was made equivalent to 5,280 feet or 1,760 yards in 1593. This form of the mile then spread to the British-colonized nations who continue to employ the mile.