Question

The Boston Red Sox had 949 runs in their 2004 season. In their 2015 season, they had 748 runs. Find the rate of change in runs.​

Answer 1

Answer: -18.27 per year

Explanation:

The difference in years is:

= 2015 - 2004

= 11 years

In those 11 years, the runs decreased from 949 to 748.

The total decrease is:

= 949 - 748

= 201 runs

The rate of change is:

= 201 / 11

= 18.27 per year

Since it is reducing, the rate is:

= -18.27 per year