Question

The formula used to convert degrees Celsius to degrees Fahrenheit is

F=C+32.
Convert 59°F to degrees Celsius. Solve the formula for C, and then use it to
convert the temperature.
Which is the correct formula and conversion?
OA. C=F-32; conversion: 59°F = 135°C
OB. C= (F-32); conversion: 59°F = 15°C
OC. C= (F-32); conversion: 59°F = 106°C
OD. C=F-32; conversion: 59°F = 15°C

Answer 1

The formula to convert degrees Fahrenheit to Celsius is:

`\bf{^(\circ)C=(5)/(9)(^(\circ)F-32) \ \ \to \ \ \ Formula }`

Convert 59°F to degrees Celsius.

Add the number 59 in the formula, and solve.

`\bf{=(5)/(9)(59-32) }`

Subtract 32 from 59.

`\bf{=(5)/(9)(27) }`

Multiply 5 x 9 = 135, then divide 135/9 = 15.

`\bf{=15 \ ^(\circ)C}`

Therefore 59 °F = 15 °C. The correct option is "D".

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