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The daily high temperature of Elk Creek drops by 1.2°C every day. What is the net change in the daily high temperature after two calendar

weeks?
O A 16.8°C
B. -16.8°C
C. 2.46°C
D.-2.46°C

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if one day drops 1,2

one week 7 day drops 7×1,2=8,4

two week 14=2×7 day 2×8,4=16,8

User Matt Brandt
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Answer: -16.8 or B

Explanation:

Because it drops 1.2 C every day, after two weeks, it decreases by 1.2 * 14=16.8 degrees

This number should be negative, as it is a decrease.

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