Question

the temperature measured in kelvin (k) is the temperature measured in celsius (c) increased by 273.15. this can be modeled by the equation \\(k = c + 273.15\\).

when solved for \\(c\\), the equation is

\\(c = k - 273.15\\)
\\(c = 273.15 - k\\)
\\(c = k + 273.15\\)
\\(c = 273.15k\\)

Explanation:

State the given equation

Using the Literal Equations and Rearranging Formulas knowledge points

$$ K = C + 273.15 $$

Isolate the variable C

Using the Properties of Equality knowledge point

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Answer:

• (A) \(C = K - 273.15\) (Correct answer)
• (B) \(C = 273.15 - K\)
• (C) \(C = K + 273.15\)
• (D) \(C = 273.15K\)