Solve the problem.
-A deep sea diving bell is being lowered at a constant rate. After 12 minutes, the bell is at a depth of 400 feet. After 50 minutes the bell is at a depth of 1600 feet. What is the average rate of lowering per minute?
A) 31.6 ft per minute
B) 24.0 ft per minute
C) 32.0 ft per minute
D) 0.03 ft per minute

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The average rate of lowering per minute is (1600 - 400) / (50 - 12) = 1200 / 38 = 31.58 ft per minute, which is closest to choice A.

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