A diver descended at a constant rate of 17.13 feet every 3 minutes. Which of the following is true?

A.
After one minute, the diver was at 8.565 feet.

B.
After one minute, the diver was at -5.71 feet.

C.
After one minute, the diver was at 5.71 feet.

D.
After one minute, the diver was at -8.565 feet.

1 answer

17.13 / 3 = 5.71
It is down and assuming plus is up the answer is -5.71 feet.