A temperature difference of 9ºF is the same as a difference of
A)5ºC
B)9ºC
C)20ºC
D)68ºC
E)100ºC

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

To convert a temperature difference from Fahrenheit to Celsius, you use the formula: (Temperature in °F - 32) * 5/9. However, for a difference in temperature, you only need to apply the ratio 5/9, because the subtraction of 32 is not needed (it would cancel out in a difference calculation). Therefore, a difference of 9°F is equal to 9 * 5/9 = 5°C.

A Temperature Difference of 9ºF Is the Same as a Difference