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Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
This problem is just really long- it's trying to confuse you with complicated wording. Here's it demystified:
a)
t = 0 degrees Celsius
d = 1500 meters
Find the temperature, T.
b)
d = 300 meters
T = 26 degrees Celsius
Find the ground temperature, t.
NOTE: The temperatures are different! T is the final temperature and t is the ground temperature.