The falcon is descending, which means its elevation is decreasing. Therefore, the rate of change in the falcon’s elevation is negative.
- The rate of change is −250 ft./sec. (indicating a decrease in elevation).
- The initial value is 3,000 ft. (the height from which the falcon starts descending).
The correct response is: The rate of change is −250 ft./sec., and the initial value is 3,000 ft.