Question

If the temperature is 64.4 degrees Fahrenheit, what is the temperature in degrees Celsius?

53.6
58.3
3.8
18

Answer 1

To convert from degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius, you can use the formula:

\[
C = \frac{5}{9} \times (F - 32)
\]

Where:
- \( C \) is the temperature in degrees Celsius.
- \( F \) is the temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.

Plugging in the value of 64.4 degrees Fahrenheit:

\[
C = \frac{5}{9} \times (64.4 - 32)
\]

Calculating inside the parentheses first:

\[
C = \frac{5}{9} \times (32.4)
\]

Now, multiply:

\[
C = \frac{5 \times 32.4}{9} \approx \frac{162}{9} \approx 18
\]

So, the temperature in degrees Celsius is **18 degrees Celsius**.