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FAQ #28473

How do you convert Fahrenheit degrees to Celsius degrees?

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To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius degrees, use the formula:
C = 5/9 (F - 32°)

To find the Celsius degrees for 212 Fahrenheit degrees:
C = 5/9(212º – 32º)
C = 5/9 (180º)
C = 100º

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