Question

Determine whether the rate of change is constant. If it is, find the rate of change and explain what it represents.


Time(min)|Elevation(ft)
0|30,000
2|29,000
5|27,500
12|24,000

Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

Tthe rate of change is constant and it is -500ft/min.

To get this result use this equation: (24000 - 30000)/(12-0) = -500 ft/min.
Then check if the results hold true for 2 minutes and 5 minutes and they do.

Answer 5

I Don't see how that's correct