Question

tucker is a climatologist studying tidal patterns. at various times throughout the day, he records the tides height relative to the average tide.
time | tide height (cm)
6:00 a.m. | 64
9:00 a.m. | -40
12:00 p.m. | -56
3:00 p.m. | 42

at what time did the highest tide occur?
6:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.

Explanation:

Compare all recorded tide heights to find the maximum value, then match it to the corresponding time. The heights are 64 cm, -40 cm, -56 cm, 42 cm. 64 cm is the highest, which corresponds to 6:00 A.M.

Answer:

6:00 A.M.