Question

Sally solves for t using comparative relational thinking. Select the statement that accurately describes solving for t using comparative relational thinking.

a) Since 60 is 2 more than 58 then, t will be 2 more than 12.
b) Since 58 is 2 less than 60 then, t will be 2 less than 12.
c) Since 56 is 2 less than 58 then, t will be 2 less than 12.
d) Since 58 is 2 less than 60 then, t will be 2 more than 12.

Answer 1

To solve for 't' with comparative relational thinking, compare relationships between numbers and apply that to t. The correct statement is "Since 58 is 2 less than 60 then, t will be 2 less than 12," as it correctly applies the relational comparison to determine t.

Step-by-step explanation:

To solve for t using comparative relational thinking, one must compare the relationships between numbers and translate that comparison to their relationship with the variable in question.

Looking at the given statements, the most logical step would follow the principle that if one number is a certain amount less than another, then a related variable would also be the same amount less or more, depending on the relationship described. Therefore, we assess the comparison being made in relation to the variable t.

Since option b) states "Since 58 is 2 less than 60 then, t will be 2 less than 12" it matches the principle that if one value is less, then the related value will also be less, making it the correct choice.