Mathematics

Alexis Wall

27 March, 02:37

A scuba diver used the expression below to describe his position in relation to sea level.

2 + (-20) + 8

Which statement could describe the diver's movements?

a. Starting on a platform 2 feet above sea level, dive down to a location that is 18

feet below sea level, and then rise 8 feet.

b. Starting on a platform 2 feet above sea level, dive down to a location that is 20 feet below sea level, and then rise 8 feet.

c. Starting 2 feet below sea level, dive down 20 more feet, and then rise to a location that is 8 feet below sea level.

d. Starting 2 feet below sea level, dive down 18 more feet, and then rise to a location that is 8 feet below sea level.