Question

jasmine jumped from a diving board 10.5 feet off the ground into a pool. she touched the bottom of the pool which was 8.2 feet deep. what is the difference between jasmines highest and lowest points?
a -18.7 feet
b -2.3 feet
c 2.3 feet
d 18.7 feet

Explanation:

Step1: Identify highest and lowest points

Highest point is 10.5 feet above ground, lowest point is 8.2 feet below ground.

Step2: Calculate the difference

We add the height above - ground and depth below - ground. So, \(10.5+8.2 = 18.7\) feet.

Answer:

D. 18.7 feet