Question

he heat in the house is set to keep the minimum and maximum temperatures (in degrees Fahrenheit) according to the equation |x – 72.5| = 4. What are the minimum and maximum temperatures in the house? 72.5°F and 76.5°F 68.5°F and 76.5°F 70.5°F and 74.5°F 72.5°F and 74.5°F

Answer 1

B. 68.5 & 76.5

Explanation:

In order to solve this equation you first need to change your equasion to fit 2 scenarios. So, your 2 equations are x-72.5=4 and x-72.5=-4. From there, you need to solve by adding 72.5 to each equation giving you x=76.5 and x=68.5. 68.5 degrees F is your minimum temperature and 76.5 degrees F is your maximum temperature. I have included a screenshot of my handwritten work included below for those who are visual learners.