Temperature Measurement and Problem Solving Quiz

Why is temperature important in medical care?

• It determines the color of the skin.

• It helps in diagnosing diseases.

• It is used to calculate heart rate.

• It is used to measure blood pressure.

What is the main function of the ethanol in a thermometer?

• To measure the weight of the thermometer.

• To keep the thermometer clean.

• To rise and fall with temperature changes.

• To provide color to the thermometer.

If a thermometer shows 48°C, what does it indicate?

• The temperature is below freezing.

• The temperature is at boiling point.

• The temperature is above normal body temperature.

• The temperature is at room temperature.

What is the normal body temperature in degrees Celsius?

• 0°C

• 37°C

• 100°C

• 25°C

Which temperature is most likely for hot water?

• -10°C

• 30°C

• 70°C

• 0°C

What is the correct temperature for boiling water?

• 50°C

• 100°C

• 0°C

• 37°C

How much hotter is the temperature needed to melt gold compared to lead?

• 500°C

• 200°C

• 1000°C

• 736.93°C

If the temperature drops from 32°C to 28.8°C, what is the change?

• 4°C drop

• 4°C rise

• 3.2°C drop

• 3.2°C rise

What happens to Leno's temperature if it rises from 38.2°C to 39.5°C?

• It drops.

• It gets better.

• It stays the same.

• It gets worse.

What is the average temperature if it changes from 28.5°C to 32.7°C?

• 30.6°C

• 31°C

• 32°C

• 29°C