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Physics Thermometry, Thermal Expansion and Calorimetry Temperature MCQ (Single Correct)

What is the temperature at which we get the same reading on both the centigrade and Fahrenheit scales?

A
– 40ºC or – 40ºF
B
– 30ºC or – 30º F
C
– 30ºC or – 40ºF
D
– 10ºC or – 10ºF

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The correct answer is:
A

Let at xºF = xºC

=

10x – 320, x = –40ºC

So –40ºC or –40ºF

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