The highest elevation in a small country occurs on a mountain 1232 meters above sea level, while the lowest elevation in the same country occurs at -27 meters (below sea level). What is the difference in elevation between the highest and lowest points? A 1259 meters B 46 meters C 1205 meters D none of these
Mathematics · High School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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Given :
Highest elevation = 1232 meters
Lowest elevation = -27 meters
So, difference in elevation between the highest and lowest points = 1232 - (-27)
= 1232 + 27
= 1259 meters
Hence, option (A) is correct.