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In January 2008, the temperature in parts of Minnesota fell from 48 F degrees to -12 F degrees over a 24 hour period. What was the average temperature change per hour?

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Answer:

The average temperature per hour:

-2.5 °F

Explanation:

(-12-48) / 24 = -60/24

-60/24 = -2.5

In average decrease:

2.5°F

per hour

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