Question

How do I convert 325 degrees F to the appropriate metric unit? I just need to be lead through step by step, so that know in case of another question like this.

Answer 1

I am unclear with "to the appropriate metric units". But do you convert it to Celcius?

Answer 2

I'm not sure. That's all it asks. Let me show you what it says exactly: Convert 325 degrees Fahrenheit to appropriate metric unit.

Answer 3

If you were to convert it to Celsius, then you would have to do:
(Degree - 32) x 5/9

Answer 4

Okay. I'll try it.

Answer 5

Okay, so the (Degree-32) part I did 325-32, which is 293, but how do I multiply by 5/9?

Answer 6

293. 5
---- X. ---
1. 9

Multiply horizontally

Answer 7

Okay

Answer 8

then i divide right?

Answer 9

Yes

Answer 10

which would bring me to the answer 162.7777778

Answer 11

Please wait while I do the calculations.

Answer 12

Okay

Answer 13

I did not get the same answer as yours.

Answer 14

Oh. After I multiplied I got 1465/9. is that correct?

Answer 15

Yes

Answer 16

Okay, and then I divided 1465 by 9 and got 162.7777778. Is that correct, or no?

Answer 17

Sorry my mistake. And yes, you're correct.

Answer 18

I think you should round this to the nearest whole number.

Answer 19

Okay. Wouldn't that just be 162.7?

Answer 20

Well the one that you just said right now, would be to the nearest tenths, which may also be valid. Although, you're estimate is incorrect. Since five or above (7) you need to round above. Then, you would have 162.8 . By whole, I meant to work with the 2 of 162. You now look at the tenths place (7). Since seven is greater than 5, you round up. So 162 ~ 163 degrees Celsius.

Answer 21

Oh. Okay, thank you very much for your help!

Answer 22

You're welcome :)