Use absolute value notation to describe the situation. The temperature in Bismarck, North Dakota was 72°F at noon, then 33°F at midnight.What was the change in temperature over the 12-hour period? A)|72°F - 33°F| ≥ 39°F B)|72°F - 33°F| = 39°F C)|72°F - 33°F| ≤ 39°F D)|72°F - 33°F| 39°F

Question

Use absolute value notation to describe the situation. ​
The temperature in Bismarck, North Dakota was 72°F at noon, then 33°F at midnight.What was the change in temperature over the 12-hour period?
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A)|72°F - 33°F| ≥ 39°F
B)|72°F - 33°F| = 39°F
C)|72°F - 33°F| ≤ 39°F
D)|72°F - 33°F| < 39°F
E)|72°F - 33°F| > 39°F

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The absolute value of the difference between 72°F and 33°F is |72°F - 33°F| = 39°F. Therefore, the correct answer is B, where the absolute value notation equals exactly 39°F.

Use Absolute Value Notation to Describe the Situation