Question

A scuba diver descended 18 5/12 feet below sea level. Then, he descended another 3 4/5 feet. Which of the following is true about the scuba diver after both descents?

A.

The location of the scuba diver in relation to sea level was 14 37/60 feet.


B.

The location of the scuba diver in relation to sea level was -22 13/60 feet.


C.

The location of the scuba diver in relation to sea level was -14 37/60 feet.


D.

The location of the scuba diver in relation to sea level was 22 13/60 feet.

Answer 1

The location of the scuba diver in relation to sea level was -14 37/60 feet.

Step-by-step explanation: If he is descending the number needs to negative. The diver goes down 18 5/12 feet then he goes down 3 4/5 more feet. subtract the two mixed numbers from each other and add a negative