Question

The weather forecast predicted that the evening temperature could get as low as -12.5 Fahrenheit. Between the afternoon and evening the temperature dropped by 7.5 Fahrenheit, and the forecast was still correct. What could the afternoon temperature tea have been?

Answer 1

Answer: -5

Explanation:

t – 7.5 ≥ −12.5

t − 7.5 + 7.5 ≥ −12.5 + 7.5

t ≥ −5

The afternoon temperature could have been –5°F or warmer.

Answer 2

any number greater than -12.5, i believe