In a combined maximum and minimum thermometer, the difference between the hottest and coldest daily temperature for that day gives the?

A.

Diurnal range of temperature

B.

Mean daily temperature

C.

Minimum daily temperature

D.

Maximum daily temperature

Correct answer is A

Diurnal range of temperature = Max.temperature - Mini.temperature for that day
Maximum daily temperature ≡ Hottest daily temperature
Minimum daily temperature ≡ Coldest daily temperature