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At midnight, the temperature was 20.4°F. In the morning, the temperature was −5.2°F. Which statement describes the temperatures? At midnight, the temperature was 20.4 degrees above 0, and in the morning, it was 5.2 degrees below 0. At midnight, the temperature was 20.4 degrees below 0, and in the morning, it was 5.2 degrees above 0. At midnight, the temperature was 20.4 degrees above 0, and in the morning, it was 5.2 degrees lower. At midnight, the temperature was 20.4 degrees below 0, and in the morning, it was −5.2 degrees higher.

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Answer:The correct statement is:At midnight, the temperature was 20.4 degrees above 0, and in the morning, it was 5.2 degrees below 0. Step-by-step explanation:20.4°F  > 0°F > -5.2°FAt midnight,20.4°F means temperature was above 0°F.And in the morning temperature of 5.2°F was lower than 0°F.This thing is indicated by negative sign.