(a) C = 5/9 (F-32)
(c) F = 9/5 C + 32
Fahrenheit Celcius
Boiling point of water
212°
100°
Freezing point of water
32°
0°
Absolute zero
–459.6°
–273.1°
a. To convert from Fahrenheit to Celsius, subtract 32 and multiply by 59 .
Write a formula to describe this relationship. Define any variables that you have used.
b. Mercury is liquid in the range from –38.20°F to 674.06°F. Use your formula to convert this range to degrees Celsius.
c. Rearrange the equation in a. to make Fahrenheit the subject of the formula.
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