Uncertainties question (Kelvins and Celsius)

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Mar 27, 2011

Turns out there is a problem with the question. Thanks though.

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Mar 27, 2011

200.0±0.5 °C + 273.15 K = 473.15±0.5 K

No need for partial derivatives, because the unit size °C is defined to be identical to K, and the zero of °C is defined to be 273.15 K.

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