Question

One winter night, the temperature outside was 10°F. Overnight, the temperature dropped to –2°F.



How many degrees did the temperature drop?
A)12
B)10
C)0
D)2

Answer 1

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Answer:

  A)  12

Step-by-step explanation:

The difference between 10 and -2 is ...

  10 -(-2) = 10 +2 = 12

The temperature dropped 12 degrees F.