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Make F the subject of the formula C=5(F-32)/9

Make F the subject of the formula C=5(F-32)/9-example-1
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Answer:

F =
(9C+160)/(5)

Explanation:

Given

C =
(5(F-32))/(9) ( multiply both sides by 9 )

9C = 5(F - 32) ← distribute

9C = 5F - 160 ( add 160 to both sides )

9C + 160 = 5F ( divide both sides by 5 )


(9C+160)/(5) = F

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