The average annual low temperature in most cities in the U.S. in a certain month is 50°F. The average low temperature recorded in Georgia was 53°F. By how many degrees (°F) is the low temperature in Georgia higher than the average low temperature in the U.S.?
A. −|3|
B.3
C. 53
D.-3
The low temperature in Georgia is 3°F higher than the average low temperature in the U.S. Answer: B. 3.
To find the difference in temperature between the low temperature in Georgia and the average low temperature in the U.S., subtract the average low temperature in the U.S. from the low temperature in Georgia.
53°F - 50°F = 3°F
Therefore, the low temperature in Georgia is higher than the average low temperature in the U.S. by 3 degrees.
The correct answer is: B. 3