Question

In 8 days, the temperature dropped 12 degrees. How many degrees per day did the temperature drop

Answer 1

x = 1.5°

Explanation:

8 days = 12°

1 day = x

cross-multiply

8x = 12

Divide both sides by the coefficient of x, which is 8

8x/8 = 12/8

x = 1.5°

Hence, 1 day = 1.5°