Two variables are proportional if they can be written at y kx = , where k is some constant. This leads to the fact that when x = 0 then y = 0 as well. Is the temperature measured in Celsius proportional to the temperature measured in Fahrenheit? Explain.

Two variables are proportional if they can be written at y kx = , where k is some constant. This leads to the fact that when x = 0 then y = 0 as well. Is the temperature measured in Celsius proportional to the temperature measured in Fahrenheit? Explain.

Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text

5th Edition

ISBN:9781133104261

Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Publisher:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

Chapter16: Temperature And The Kinetic Theory Of Gases

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 25P

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