The numerical reading on the Fahrenheit thermometer.
Answer to Problem 1MC
Option (d) is the answer. May any of these depending on temperature.
Explanation of Solution
Given Info: Two thermometers, one calibrated in °F and the other in °C, are used to measure the same temperature.
Comparing the Celsius scale and Fahrenheit scale
But below
Conclusion:
Above
The Fahrenheit scale is greater than degree Celsius scale above
Below
There is no temperature at which both Fahrenheit and Degree scale become equal. Thus option (b) is incorrect.
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