Solve the question that follows using the equation for the conversion of Celsius to Fahrenheit. F=95 (C) + 32 On February 9, 1934, the temperature in Buffalo, NY was - 29∘C. On the same day in Anchorage, AL, it was 19∘F. Which city was colder on that day?

Buffalo, NY was colder on February 9, 1934

Explanation:

Temperature is the measure of thermal energy present in a given substance. It is a physical property of a matter which can be measured on the Celsius scale (°C), Fahrenheit scale (°F), and Kelvin scale (K).

To convert Celsius (°C) to Fahrenheit (°F), we use the equation:

°F = 9/5 (°C) + 32

Given: On February 9, 1934,

Temperature in Buffalo, NY: T₁ = ( - 29) °C

Temperature in Anchorage, AL: T₂ = 19 °F

To convert T₁ from °C to °F:

9/5 ( - 29 °C) + 32 = ( - 52.2) + 32 = ( - 20.2) °F

So,

Temperature in Buffalo, NY: T₁ = ( - 20.2) °F

Temperature in Anchorage, AL: T₂ = 19 °F

⇒ T₁ < T₂

Therefore, Buffalo, NY was colder on February 9, 1934.