The position of a swimmer below sea level is represented by - 5 meters. The diver descends an additional 3 meters below sea level. Which expression describes the new position of the diver?

-5 + (-3)

-5 + 3

5 + (-3)

5 + 3

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6 July, 15:44

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Joaquin Cook · Answer 1

-5 is the original position

The swimmer descends 3 meters, so we subtract 3 or add - 3. Thus, the answer is:

-5 + (-3)

The position of a swimmer below sea level is represented by - 5 meters. The diver descends an additional 3 meters below sea level. Which expression describes the new position of the diver?-5 + (-3)-5 + 35 + (-3)5 + 3