Question

Sasha hikes into a canyon. She takes a break at the rest stations every 2/3 of a mile.

If she started at sea level and has hiked down to the fourth rest station, what is Sasha’s elevation now?
Select all that apply.

Answer 1

The correct options are;

A.
`-(8)/(3) \ miles`

D.
`2(2)/(3) \ mile` below sea level

Explanation:

The given parameters are;

The distance Sasha travels down before a stop = -2/3 mile

The level at which Sasha starts to hike into the canyon = Sea level

Therefore, we have;

Her elevation at the fourth rest station = 4 × -2/3 mile = -8/3 miles

Therefore, we have;

-8/3 mile =
`2(2)/(3) \ mile` below sea level

Therefore, the correct options are;

-8/3 mile and
`2(2)/(3) \ mile` below sea level.