Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 6 - Section 6.6 - Rational Equations and Problem Solving - Exercise Set - Page 387: 1

Answer

$C=\dfrac{5(F-32)}{9}$

Work Step by Step

Using the properties of equality, in terms of $ C ,$ the given equation, $ F=\dfrac{9}{5}C+32 ,$ is equivalent to \begin{array}{l} F-32=\dfrac{9}{5}C \\\\ 5(F-32)=9C \\\\ \dfrac{5(F-32)}{9}=C \\\\ C=\dfrac{5(F-32)}{9} .\end{array}
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