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11 June, 19:49

Jim and Carla are scuba diving. Jim started out 12 feet below the surface. He descended 17 feet, rose 3 feet, and descended 8 more feet. Then he rested. Carla started out at the surface. She descended 19 feet, rose 3 feet, and descended another 17 feet. Then she rested. Which person rested at a greater depth? Complete the explanation.

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  1. 11 June, 20:17
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    Jim reached a greater depth by one foot, as he started 12 feet below the surface.

    Step-by-step explanation:

    Jim

    12 feet+17 feet = 29

    29-3 feet (rose 3 feet) = 26

    26+8 = 34 feet

    Carla

    0 feet (surface) + 19 feet = 19

    19-3 feet = 16

    16+17 = 33 feet
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