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A scuba diver was exploring a reef 32.12 m below sea level. The diver ascended to the surface at a rate of 8.8 m/min.

Write an equation to model the situation. Use the formula d = rt.

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d = 32.12 m;
r = 8.8 m / min;
t = ?
The formula is:
d = r t
t = d / r
t = 32.12 m : 8.8 m/min
t = 3.65 min = 3 minutes and 39 seconds
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