5. The temperature on the moon can vary from 243°F to −261°F. By how many degrees can the temperature vary on the moon? Show your work.

243 + 261 = ?

Thanks I think it might be right :)

To find the range or the difference between the maximum and minimum temperatures on the moon, we subtract the minimum temperature from the maximum temperature.

Maximum Temperature: 243°F
Minimum Temperature: -261°F

Temperature Range = Maximum Temperature - Minimum Temperature
Temperature Range = 243°F - (-261°F)
Temperature Range = 243°F + 261°F

To add these temperatures together, let's perform the addition:

243°F
+ 261°F
-------------
504°F

Therefore, the temperature can vary by 504 degrees Fahrenheit on the moon.