High School

The barometric pressure where I live is currently 30.13 inHg. What is this pressure in psi?

A. 14.70 psi
B. 1.009 psi
C. 14.80 psi
D. 442.9 psi

Answer :

The correct answer is option c. To convert the barometric pressure of 30.13 inHg to psi, multiply by the conversion factor 0.4911541, resulting in 14.80 psi, which is answer C) 14.80 psi.

The conversion of barometric pressure from inches of mercury (inHg) to pounds per square inch (psi) can be calculated using the conversion factor 1 inHg = 0.4911541 psi. Since the barometric pressure provided is 30.13 inHg, we can multiply this value by the conversion factor to find the equivalent pressure in psi:

30.13 inHg 0.4911541 psi/inHg = 14.80 psi

Therefore, the correct answer is C) 14.80 psi.