Adam dives during the summer. After reaching a depth of 50 feet below sea level, he ascends 32 feet. How deep is he now?
Mathematics · College · Tue Nov 03 2020
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In order to find how deep is Adam, subtract the descending distance to the ascending distance.
Solution:
Total Depth = ascending Distance - descending Distance
Total Depth = 32 feet - 50 feet
Total Depth = -18 feet ( -18 since below means negative)
Adam is 18 feet below sea level.