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A scuba diver used the expression below to describe his position in relation to sea level.

2 + (negative 20) + 8

Which statement could describe the diver’s movements?
Starting on a platform 2 feet above sea level, dive down to a location that is 18 feet below sea level, and then rise 8 feet.
Starting on a platform 2 feet above sea level, dive down to a location that is 20 feet below sea level, and then rise 8 feet.
Starting 2 feet below sea level, dive down 20 more feet, and then rise to a location that is 8 feet below sea level.
Starting 2 feet below sea level, dive down 18 more feet, and then rise to a location that is 8 feet below sea level.

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The first statement makes most sense
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User Jonty Morris
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Answer:

A I got it right on edge.

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