This might seem random, but does anyone know a quick way to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit (and vice versa)? I keep getting confused about temperatures when comparing climates of different colleges. Thanks for the help!
Of course! Converting between Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F) is straightforward once you know the formula. Here's how to do it:
1. Converting Celsius to Fahrenheit:
To convert a temperature in Celsius to Fahrenheit, use this formula:
°F = (°C × 9/5) + 32
2. Converting Fahrenheit to Celsius:
To convert a temperature in Fahrenheit to Celsius, use this formula:
°C = (°F - 32) × 5/9
Let's look at an example.
Let's say it's 20°C, and you want to convert that to Fahrenheit. Using the first formula, you would calculate:
°F = (20 x 9/5) + 32
°F = (180/5) + 32
°F = 36 + 32
°F = 68
So, 20°C is equal to 68°F.
Now, let's say you have a temperature of 100°F and want to convert it to Celsius. Using the second formula, you would calculate:
°C = (100 - 32) x 5/9
°C = (68) x 5/9
°C ≈ 37.8
So, 100°F is approximately 37.8°C.
Using these formulas, you can easily convert temperatures when comparing climates at different colleges. Happy college hunting!
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