Question

The design plans for a new concert hall show elevations relative to ground level at 0 feet. The elevation of the balcony floor is 37 feet, and the elevation of the basement floor is –17 feet.

Which TWO statements about the distances of the balcony and basement from ground level are true?
Select TWO that apply.

A
The basement floor is 17 feet above ground level.
B
The balcony floor is 37 feet above ground level.
C
The balcony floor is 37 feet below ground level.
D
The basement floor is 17 feet below ground level.

Answer 1

B,D because negative (-) means below so it means the basement is 17 below and the balcony did 37 feet above

Answer 2

Answer: B and D

Explanation:

-17 means below, so the basement floor is 17 below ground level, and no symbol means positive, meaning above, so the balcony is 37 feet above ground level.