Question

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

Answer 1

-5+3

Explanation:

Answer 2

-5 is the original position
The swimmer descends 3 meters, so we subtract 3 or add -3. Thus, the answer is:
-5 + (-3)