Seventy-four degrees Fahrenheit is equal to what temperature in Celsius?

• A. 23.3 °C
• B. 25.6 °C
• C. 32.2 °C
• D. 18.9 °C

Answer: (A)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Recall the formula to convert Fahrenheit (F) to Celsius (C): \( C = \frac{5}{9} (F - 32) \).
2. Substitute the given Fahrenheit temperature (74 °F) into the formula: \( C = \frac{5}{9} (74 - 32) \).
3. Calculate the difference inside the parentheses: \( 74 - 32 \).
4. Multiply the result by 5 and then divide by 9 to find the Celsius temperature.
5. Express the final answer in degrees Celsius (°C) without rounding to complete the conversion.