Asked by LESLIE

a group of hikers begin their expedition at the grand canyon at an elevation of 56 feet below sea level at 5:00 am .if they climb 14 vertical feet up each hour until 10:00 am ,what is their new elevation ?
Answered by Ms. Sue
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Answered by LESLIE
-56+14= -42
Answered by Ms. Sue
You're on the right track -- EXCEPT that they climb 14 feet an hour for 5 hours.

Please try again.

Answered by LESLIE
-56 + 14(5)
Answered by Ms. Sue
What is their new elevation?

Answered by LESLIE
I think 14
Answered by Ms. Sue
Right. Their new elevation is 14 feet above sea level.

Answered by LESLIE
thank you
Answered by Ms. Sue
You're welcome.
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