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[–] FloridaBoi@hexbear.net 6 points 6 days ago

To get closer add/subtract 30 instead of 32 so the formula is easier.

For my perfect example:

  • Normal way:

50F - 32 = 18 / 1.8 = 10C

  • Simplified:

50F - 30 = 20 / 2 = 10C