1. The snow pack on Mt. Hood in the Oregon Cascades was 150 inches on January 15th. Based on data taken in previous years, the snow pack decreases
about 11 inches a week after January 15th. What would be the rate of change?
2. The snow pack on Mt. Hood in the Oregon Cascades was 150 inches on
January 15th. Based on data taken in previous years, the snow pack decreases
about 11 inches a week after January 15th. The Forest Service wants to predict
when to open trials for hiking (when the snow will be gone). About when will
they be open? Show your work. Explain how you arrived at your answer.
3. The snow pack on Mt. Hood in the Oregon Cascades was 150 inches on
January 15th. Based on data taken in previous years, the snow pack decreases
about 11 inches a week after January 15th. The ski lift operates when the snow
pack is four feet or greater. About when will they need to shut down the ski lift
(what day)? Show your work. Explain how you arrived at your answer.