Convert 65 Celsius to Fahrenheit.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to convert a temperature from Celsius to Fahrenheit. The conversion formula is F = C × 9/5 + 32.
Answer
149°F
Answer for screen readers
65°C converted to Fahrenheit is 149°F.
Steps to Solve
-
Apply conversion formula
Use the formula $F = C \times \frac{9}{5} + 32$ to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit:
$F = 65 \times \frac{9}{5} + 32$
-
Calculate
Perform the calculation:
$F = 65 \times 1.8 + 32$ $F = 117 + 32$ $F = 149$
65°C converted to Fahrenheit is 149°F.
More Information
The Fahrenheit scale was proposed by Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit in 1724. In this scale, the freezing point of water is 32°F and the boiling point is 212°F at standard atmospheric pressure.
Tips
Common mistakes include forgetting to add 32 after multiplying by 9/5, or incorrectly applying the formula by using subtraction instead of addition. Always double-check the formula and your calculations to avoid these errors.
