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A loon is flying at a height of 10 feet above a lake. The lone dives into the water to catch a fish that is at a depth of 6 feet. What is the change in elevation of the loon?

Options:
A) -16 feet
B) -10 feet
C) -4 feet
D) 16 feet

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Answer:

16 feet

Explanation:

10 ft - (-6 ft)

= 10 ft + 6 ft

= 16 ft

User Ronaldwidha
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I do believe that the answer is 16 feet (D)
User Stefano Potter
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