At the end of a snow storm there was a total accumulation of 23.75 inches of snow. the snow melted at a steady rate. after 3 hours, the snow was 7 inches. what is the rate of change (slope) in the situation?
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(23.75 - 7)/3 = 5.58 inches/hour
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23.75 minus 7 will get you the total difference. Assuming you want the rate of change per hour, you divide that by three.
So, 23.75 - 7 = 16.75
16.75/3 = 5.5833 (with infinite threes following it).
Hope I helped!
So, 23.75 - 7 = 16.75
16.75/3 = 5.5833 (with infinite threes following it).
Hope I helped!