Math Connection: Conversions
Temperature can be measured using either Celsius or Fahrenheit. Investigate the comparison below as well as the math used for converting between the two measurements.
Celsius to Fahrenheit
Multiply the Celsius temperature by 9. Divide the answer by 5. Add 32.
Example: 100°C (100 × 9 ÷ 5) + 32 = 212°F
Fahrenheit to Celsius
Subtract 32 from the Fahrenheit number. Divide the answerr by 9. Multiply by 5.
Example: 212°F (212 - 32) ÷ 9 × 5 = 100°C
Did You Know…
Only three countries in the world use Fahrenheit to measure temperature – The United States of America, Myanmar, and Liberia. All the other countries use Celsius for temperature measurements.
