Question

the table shows the number of degrees the temperature increased or decreased over four days.

day	temperature change
tuesday	-9°
wednesday	+6°
thursday	+10°
friday	-12°

on which day did the temperature change have the greatest magnitude?
o tuesday
o wednesday
o thursday
o friday

Explanation:

Step1: Find absolute values

We need to find the absolute value of each temperature - change.
$|-9| = 9$, $|+6| = 6$, $|+10| = 10$, $|-12| = 12$.

Step2: Compare absolute values

Compare the absolute - values: $6<9<10<12$.

Answer:

D. Friday