To convert the body temperature from Fahrenheit to Celsius, we can use the formula: C = (F – 32) × 5/9. Here, F is the temperature in Fahrenheit.
First, let’s plug in the value: C = (101.6 – 32) × 5/9.
Calculating the inside first: 101.6 – 32 = 69.6.
Now, multiply by 5/9: 69.6 × 5/9 = 38.6667.
So, a body temperature of 101.6°F is approximately 38.67°C.
Now, to find out how many degrees this is above the normal average body temperature in Celsius (which is about 37°C), we subtract:
38.67°C – 37°C = 1.67°C.
Therefore, a body temperature of 101.6°F is approximately 1.67 degrees Celsius above normal.