Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) ATI Mathematics Practice Test

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What statement best describes the rate of change?

Every day, the snow melts 10 centimeters.
Every day, the snow melts 5 centimeters.
Every day, the snow increases by 10 centimeters.
Every day, the snow increases by 5 centimeters.

The correct answer is: Every day, the snow melts 5 centimeters.

The statement that best describes the rate of change is one that quantifies how much something increases or decreases over a specific period of time. In this case, the rate of change refers to the melting of snow measured daily. The chosen answer indicates that every day, the snow melts 5 centimeters. This provides a clear, measurable rate of change, showing how much the snow decreases in height per day. It accurately reflects a consistent quantity over a defined interval (the day), which is essential when discussing rates of change. Other statements describe different scenarios. For instance, one that states the snow melts 10 centimeters implies a faster rate of change, while others suggest some form of accumulation (an increase in snow) rather than a melting or reduction. These alternatives do not represent a rate of change reflecting a decrease in snow depth, which is the core context of the question. Therefore, the statement about melting 5 centimeters daily encapsulates the correct idea of a rate of change relevant to the context.