16Hit1600
AlgebraEasyTemperature that keeps a pool open

Algebra practice question

An outdoor pool opens only when the air temperature is at least −5°C. At which of the following temperatures would the pool be open?

  1. A. −3°CCorrect
  2. B. −6°C
  3. C. −10°C
  4. D. −5.5°C

Answer: A. −3°C

−3 is greater than −5.

Why the other answers are wrong

B. −6°C
−6 is below −5.
C. −10°C
−10 is below −5.
D. −5.5°C
−5.5 is just below −5.

More Algebra questions

Not affiliated with the College Board. SAT is a trademark of the College Board.