Subtracting Integers Answers

Which expression is represented by the diagram?

Garrett must inspect a bridge that goes over a river. He begins 18 feet above water level to inspect the lighting, descends 32 feet to inspect the base of the bridge underwater, then descends another 4 feet to check on the concrete anchoring the base. Which best represents Garrett’s position with respect to the water level?

Which expression does the graphic represent?

Gemma, a scuba diver, begins a dive on the side of a boat 4 feet above sea level. She descends 28 feet. Which integer represents Gemma’s position with respect to sea level?

Zoey is 362 meters below sea level while visiting a part of Israel. She descends 71 meters to visit the Dead Sea. Which numbers should she use to estimate the depth, in meters, of the Dead Sea?

Janelle subtracts –4 from a number. The result is 2. What is the number?

Francesca is working out the word problem below and wants to use compatible numbers to estimate the answer.The Statue of Liberty in New York stands on top of a foundation and a pedestal. The statue, including its foundation and pedestal, measures about 305 feet from the ground to the top of the statue’s torch. The statue herself stands 151 feet. Which equation should she use to find the height of the foundation and pedestal?

Alaina has $28 in her account. She wants to purchase a pair of shoes that costs $45. If Alaina makes the purchase, which integer will represent the amount of money in Alaina’s account?

What is the solution to the expression ?

How can the additive inverse be used to evaluate the problem below?