In the Sahara Desert one day it was 136℉. In the Gobi Desert a temperature of 
-50℉ was recorded. What is the difference between these two temperatures?

To find the difference between the two temperatures, we subtract the lower temperature from the higher temperature:

\[
\text{Difference} = 136^\circ F - (-50^\circ F)
\]

Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding:

\[
\text{Difference} = 136^\circ F + 50^\circ F = 186^\circ F
\]

So, the difference between the two temperatures is **186℉**.

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Here are 5 related questions for practice:
1. What is the difference between 45℉ and -15℉?
2. If the temperature in the Arctic is -40℉ and in the Sahara it’s 120℉, what is the temperature difference?
3. If the temperature was -50℉ and rose to 10℉, how much did it increase?
4. How would you convert the temperatures 136℉ and -50℉ into Celsius?
5. What is the difference between 80℉ and -20℉?

**Tip:** When subtracting negative numbers, always remember that it becomes an addition problem!

In the Sahara Desert one day it was 136℉. In the Gobi Desert a temperature of -50℉ was recorded. What is the difference between these two temperatures?

Find out how to calculate the temperature difference between the Sahara Desert's 136℉ and the Gobi Desert's -50℉. This simple arithmetic problem involves subtracting negative numbers, a key math skill for students in Grades 5-7. Learn the step-by-step solution and practice related questions.

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