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A school of salmon was swimming in the river 5 feet below the surface. To escape a hungry bear, they went down another 3 feet.

What is the position of the salmon now relative to the surface?

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation: The school of salmon are now 8 feet below the surface. They start at -5 feet and then you subtract 3 more feet which gives you -8 feet. -5-3=8

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Answer:

8 feet

Explanation:

5 + 3 = 8

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