Question

Is the change in Vivian's elevation from the bottom of the Ferris wheel to the top a positive number or a negative number? Why?

A) Positive; because she moved higher above sea level
B) Negative; because she moved deeper below sea level
C) Positive; because her altimeter initially read a negative value
D) Negative; because her altimeter initially read a positive value

Answer 1

The change in Vivian's elevation from the bottom of the Ferris wheel to the top is a positive number because she moved higher above sea level.

Step-by-step explanation:

The change in Vivian's elevation from the bottom of the Ferris wheel to the top is a positive number. This is because she moved higher above sea level. When Vivian is at the bottom of the Ferris wheel, her altitude is at its lowest point. As she moves up, her altitude increases, resulting in a positive change in elevation.