Entry Exam Category: High School Equivalency Exams
Course: HiSET
Exam: HiSET Math Practice Test

Practice Question

A temperature of F degrees Fahrenheit will be converted to C degrees Celsius. Given F = 9/5C + 32, which of the following expressions represents that temperature in degrees Celsius?

Answer Choices

  • A: 5/9(F-32)
  • B: 5/9F-32
  • C: 9/5(F-32)
  • D: 9/5(F+32)
  • E: 9/5F+32

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Solve F = 9/5C + 32 for C: Subtract 32: F - 32 = 9/5C. Multiply by 5/9: C = 5/9(F - 32). Options: B, C, D, E incorrect; A correct.

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