The temperature of the air on a cold day when the temperature is 23ºF is
A)100 K
B)-5ºC
C)273 K
D)373 K
E)-15ºF

Name: The temperature of the air on a cold day when the temperature is 23ºF is A)100 K B)-5ºC C)273 K D)373 K E)-15ºF
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To convert Fahrenheit to Celsius we can use the equation: 
Celsius = (Fahrenheit - 32) x 5/9

Plugging in 23ºF:
Celsius = (23 - 32) x 5/9
Celsius = -9 x 5/9
Celsius = -5ºC

Therefore, the temperature on a cold day when the temperature is 23ºF is -5ºC.

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