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Grade 8 math · H.3 · Rate of change and initial value

Find the amount after some time

Start with the initial amount and add or subtract the rate once for each time period.

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  1. A pool holds 37 L of water and a hose adds 9 L every minute. How many L are there after 2 minutes?

    Answer: 55

  2. A hiker is 31 km from camp and walks toward it at 6 km every hour. How many km are there after 8 hours?

    Answer: -17

  3. A candle is 19 cm tall and burns down 7 cm every hour. How many cm are there after 8 hours?

    Answer: -37

Tip: Start with the initial amount and add or subtract the rate once for each time period.

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