Question

Megan and Suzanne each have a plant. They track the growth of their plants for four weeks. Whose plant grew at a faster rate, and what was the rate?

Suzanne’s at 2 inches per week

Suzanne’s at 1.5 inches per week

Megan’s at 3 inches per week

Megan’s at 2.5 inches per week

Answer 1

D ) Megan`s at 2.5 inches per week

Answer 2

Megan`s plant:
Rate: ( 7 - 4.5 ) / ( 2 - 1 ) = 2.5 in per week
Suzanne`s plant:
Rate: ( 7 - 5 ) / ( 2 - 1 ) = 2 in per week
Answer:
D ) Megan`s at 2.5 inches per week