Question

The highest elevation of basket dome 40 years ago was measured at 7,600 feet. what is the rate of change in elevation for this area

Answer 1

Rate of change in elevation = 0.6 in/year

Explanation:

Note:

Current elevation (Missing) = 7,602 feet

Given:

Old elevation = 7,602 feet

Number of year = 7,600

Find:

Rate of change in elevation

Computation:

Change in elevation = 7,602 - 7,600

Change in elevation = 2 ft

Change in elevation = 2 x 12 = 24 inches

Rate of change in elevation = 24 / 40

Rate of change in elevation = 0.6 in/year