What is the temperature 101.4 °F expressed in degrees Celsius?

• A. 38.6 °C
• B. 28.6 °C
• C. 45.2 °C
• D. 34.1 °C

Answer: (A)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Identify the formula to convert temperature from Fahrenheit (°F) to Celsius (°C): \(\displaystyle C = \frac{5}{9} (F - 32)\).
2. Substitute the given Fahrenheit temperature into the formula: \(\displaystyle C = \frac{5}{9} (101.4 - 32)\).
3. Calculate the difference inside the parentheses: \(\displaystyle 101.4 - 32\).
4. Multiply the result by \(\frac{5}{9}\) to find the temperature in Celsius: \(\displaystyle C = \frac{5}{9} \times (\text{difference})\).
5. Interpret the final value as the temperature in degrees Celsius.