A thermometer reading 75°F is taken out where the temperature is 20°F. The thermometer reading is 30°F, 4 minutes later. Find the time (in minutes) taken for the reading to drop from 75°F to within half degree of the air temperature. 11.03 minutes

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A thermometer reading 75°F is taken out where the temperature is 20°F. The thermometer reading is 30°F, 4
minutes later. Find the time (in minutes) taken for the reading to drop from 75°F to within half degree of the air
temperature. 11.03 minutes
Transcribed Image Text:A thermometer reading 75°F is taken out where the temperature is 20°F. The thermometer reading is 30°F, 4 minutes later. Find the time (in minutes) taken for the reading to drop from 75°F to within half degree of the air temperature. 11.03 minutes
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