Question

If the temperature at which a certain compound melts is a random variable with a mean value of 130°C and a standard deviation of 4°C, what are the mean temperature and standard deviation measured in °F?

Answer 1

The mean temperature in °F is 266°F and the standard deviation is 39.2°F.

Step-by-step explanation:

To convert the mean temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit, you can use the formula: F = (C * 9/5) + 32. Plugging in the mean value of 130°C, we get:
F = (130 * 9/5) + 32 = 266°F.

To convert the standard deviation from Celsius to Fahrenheit, you can use the same formula. Plugging in the standard deviation of 4°C:
F = (4 * 9/5) + 32 = 39.2°F.