Question

At midnight, the temperature was 31.2°F. In the morning, the temperature was −6.7°F. Which statement describes the temperatures?

Answer 1

At midnight the temperature was 31.2 degrees above 0 and in the morning it was 6.7 degrees below 0.

Answer 2

Answer:

At midnight, the temperature was 31.2 degrees above 0, and in the morning, it was 6.7 degrees below 0

Step-by-step explanation:

To interpret the statement, we must know what the change in temperature is. the change in temperature is the difference between the temperature in the morning and that at midnight.

Using 0 as a benchmark, 31.2°F is above 0 while -6.7°F is below 0. Hence the right option is - At midnight, the temperature was 31.2 degrees above 0, and in the morning, it was 6.7 degrees below 0