Melting point

The melting point of mercury is -36°F and its boiling point is 672°F. What is the difference between the boiling point and the melting point?

Correct result:

t =  708 °F

Solution:

t=672−(−36)=708∘Ft=672 - (-36)=708 ^\circ \text{F}

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