Convert 1000 degrees Fahrenheit to its Celsius equivalent. What is the answer?

To convert degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius, the formula used is:

[

C = \frac{5}{9} \times (F - 32)

]

In this case, we start with 1000 degrees Fahrenheit. First, we subtract 32 from 1000:

[

1000 - 32 = 968

]

Next, we multiply this result by (\frac{5}{9}):

[

C = \frac{5}{9} \times 968 \approx 537.78

]

When we round this to the nearest whole number, we get approximately 538 degrees Celsius. This aligns with the provided answer, confirming that the Celsius equivalent of 1000 degrees Fahrenheit is indeed around 538 degrees.

Understanding this calculation is crucial for anyone preparing for the ABSA 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate of Competency, as it demonstrates the ability to convert temperature readings between two common scales used in engineering and related fields.