Question

C=59(F−32)

The equation above shows how temperature F, measured in degrees Fahrenheit, relates to a temperature C, measured in degrees Celsius. Based on the equation, which of the following must be true?

1. A temperature increase of 1 degree Fahrenheit is equivalent to a temperature increase of 59 degree Celsius.

2. A temperature increase of 1 degree Celsius is equivalent to a temperature increase of 1.8 degrees Fahrenheit.

3. A temperature increase of 59 degree Fahrenheit is equivalent to a temperature increase of 1 degree Celsius.

A) 1 only
B) 2 only
C) 3 only
D) 1 and 2 only

Answer 1

`c = (5)/(9) (f - 32) \\`
Statement 1 and 2 are true.

Statement 3 is false.

Your answer is D.