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Dividing Integers

Question 9 • Pre-Algebra - MA3119 A ? Distance Learning

A mountain climber took 2 minutes to rappel down 60 feet. Which equation shows the correct calculation to show his movement per minute?

Answer
A
–60(–2) = 30
B
–60 ÷ –2 = –30
C
–60 ÷ 2 = –30
D
60(–2) = 30

Explanation

The climber moved downward 60 feet, so the change in position is −60 feet. It took 2 minutes, so divide the change in position by the time: −60 ÷ 2 = −30 feet per minute. This matches choice C, “−60 ÷ 2 = −30.”

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