Question

From a height of 3,000 feet, a falcon descends at a rate of 250 ft./sec. What is the rate of change in the falcon’s elevation, and what is the initial value? (1 point) Responses The rate of change is 250 ft./sec., and the initial value is 3,000 ft. The rate of change is 250 ft./sec., and the initial value is 3,000 ft. The rate of change is 3,000 ft./sec., and the initial value is 250 ft. The rate of change is 3,000 ft./sec., and the initial value is 250 ft. The rate of change is 3,000 ft./sec., and the initial value is −250 ft. The rate of change is 3,000 ft./sec., and the initial value is negative 250 ft. The rate of change is −250 ft./sec., and the initial value is 3,000 ft. The rate of change is negative 250 ft./sec., and the initial value is 3,000 ft.

Answer 1

The correct response is: **The rate of change is -250 ft./sec., and the initial value is 3,000 ft.**

Explanation:
- The falcon is descending, which indicates a decrease in elevation, so the rate of change should be negative.
- The initial value of the falcon's elevation is 3,000 feet.