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The current temperature is 48 ° F. It is expected to drop 1.5°
F each hour. How many hours before it will be 36 °F?
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Answer: 8 hours

Step-by-step explanation:

User Gazza
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48-36 = 12 degrees F
12 degrees F * 1hr/1.5 degrees F = 8 hours
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