Answer:
The depth now is 47 feet below the surface of the lake
Explanation:
Step 1: Determine initial depth
Initial depth=surface level-depth below surface
where;
Surface level=0, since its the point of reference
depth below surface=96 feet
replacing;
Initial depth=(0-96)=-96 feet
Step 2: Final depth
Final depth=Initial depth+distance covered
where;
Initial depth=-96 feet
distance covered=+49 feet since the scuba driver moves towards the surface
replacing;
distance covered=-96+49=-47 feet
The depth now is 47 feet below the surface of the lake