Math Problem Statement

Kimberly went to a new animated monster movie yesterday afternoon. When she went into the movie theater, the outside temperature was – 8°F. By the time she left the theater, the temperature had decreased by 6°F. What was the temperature when Kimberly left the theater

Solution

The outside temperature when Kimberly entered the theater was 8F-8^\circ F, and it decreased by 6F6^\circ F while she was inside.

To find the temperature when she left, subtract 6F6^\circ F from 8F-8^\circ F:

8F6F=14F-8^\circ F - 6^\circ F = -14^\circ F

Thus, the temperature when Kimberly left the theater was 14F-14^\circ F.

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Here are some related questions:

  1. If the temperature had decreased by 10°F instead of 6°F, what would the new temperature be?
  2. What would the temperature be if it had increased by 6°F instead of decreasing?
  3. How much would the temperature need to change for it to reach 0°F from –8°F?
  4. What would the temperature be if it dropped 4°F more after reaching –14°F?
  5. If the temperature had started at 5°F and dropped by 6°F, what would it be?

Tip: When dealing with negative temperatures, think of subtraction as moving further down the number line.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Arithmetic
Negative Numbers
Temperature Change

Formulas

Initial temperature - Decrease in temperature = Final temperature

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7