1) During summer, the height of the water in a pool decreases by 4 inches each week due to evaporation. What is the change in the height of the water over a six- week period?

Over a six-week period, the height of the water decreases by a total of 24 inches, because 4 inches per week multiplied by 6 weeks equals 24 inches. So, grab that measuring tape and watch your pool's water level drop faster than ice cream on a hot day! Now, if you're planning to refill your pool, make sure to monitor the water level regularly. You could find yourself unexpectedly swimming in a shallow end if you don’t keep an eye on the evaporation phenomenon! Keeping a routine check can save you from a surprise dip in a less-than-ideal water height!