Question 63
MediumOriginal questionAt what temperature do the Celsius and Fahrenheit scales show the same reading?
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CorrectNot quiteAnswer A
Correct answer: A
Explanation
F = (9/5) C + 32. Setting F = C: C = (9/5) C + 32.
−(4/5) C = 32, so C = −40. Then F = −40 as well.
Worth noting
At 0 °C the Fahrenheit reading is 32 °F, and at 40 °C it is 104 °F, so neither matches.
- Concept
- Celsius–Fahrenheit conversion
- Typical timeTypical
- 60 s
- Your timeYours
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