Asked by Madison Lloyd on Jul 25, 2024

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Which of the following is a temperature of 98.6ºF converted to Celsius?

A) 35.9ºC
B) 36.4ºC
C) 37ºC
D) 37.6º C
E) 38°C

Celsius

A scale and unit of measurement for temperature where 0 degrees represents the freezing point and 100 degrees the boiling point of water under standard atmospheric conditions.

98.6ºF

Traditionally considered the average normal body temperature in degrees Fahrenheit for humans, although recent studies suggest variations.

  • Gain an understanding of the accepted boundaries for vital signs in adults and infants.
  • Recognize suitable techniques for assessing multiple forms of body temperatures.
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Richard BlondheimJul 30, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius, use the formula: C=59×(F−32)C = \frac{5}{9} \times (F - 32)C=95×(F32) . Plugging in 98.6 for F gives C=59×(98.6−32)=59×66.6=37∘CC = \frac{5}{9} \times (98.6 - 32) = \frac{5}{9} \times 66.6 = 37^\circ CC=95×(98.632)=95×66.6=37C .