Solve the problem. Round your answer, as needed.A deep sea diving bell is being lowered at a constant rate. After 9 minutes, the bell is at a depth of 500 ft. After 40 minutes the bell is at a depth of 1900 ft. What is the average rate of lowering per minute?

A. 35.0 ft per minute
B. 45.2 ft per minute
C. 0.02 ft per minute
D. 47.5 ft per minute


Answer: B

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What will be an ideal response?

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Classify as an expression or an equation.4 - 1xy

A. Equation B. Expression

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