Chemistry: An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (12th Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321908449
ISBN 13: 978-0-32190-844-5

Chapter 3 - Section 3.3 - Temperature - Questions and Problems - Page 68: 3.19b

Answer

Since the temperature is less than 40 degree Celsius, there is no need to call the doctor. However, measures should be taken to reduce the temperature of the child.

Work Step by Step

$T_{C} = \frac{T_{F} - 32}{1.8}$ $= \frac{103 - 32}{1.8} = 39.4$
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