What is 140 degrees Fahrenheit converted to degrees Celsius?

• A. 60 °C
• B. 40 °C
• C. 100 °C
• D. 94 °C

Answer: (A)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Recall the formula to convert Fahrenheit (°F) to Celsius (°C): \(\displaystyle C = \frac{5}{9} (F - 32)\).
2. Substitute the given Fahrenheit temperature into the formula: \(\displaystyle C = \frac{5}{9} (140 - 32)\).
3. Calculate the difference inside the parentheses: \(\displaystyle 140 - 32\).
4. Multiply the result by \(\frac{5}{9}\) to find the Celsius temperature.
5. Interpret the final value to determine which of the given options matches the calculated Celsius temperature.