The change in altitude of the bird is -10 meters (descending from an altitude of 10 meters to an altitude of 3 meters). The time it takes for this descent is 3 seconds.
The quotient of the change in altitude divided by the time is -10 meters / 3 seconds = -3.33 meters/second.
Therefore, the rate of change in the bird's altitude is approximately -3.33 meters/second.
A bird is flying at an average altitude of 10 meters above the ground. After 3 seconds, it settles on a branch that is 3 meters above the ground. Interpret the quotient to describe the rate of change in the birds altitude. Give your answer to the nearest hundredth and remember that the bird is descending.
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