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A submarine was situated 832 feet below sea level. If it descends 289 feet, what is its new position?

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It's new position is 1121 feet below sea level.

(In this problem u are descending into a negative value so it made sense for me to add for some reason).

Hope this helps and have a good day.

Also, as proof I included my calculator showing the logic behind it. Sorry for bad Camera quality.

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