64. New Orleans is 8 feet below sea level. Write an integer to represent 8 feet below sea level and the absolute value of that integer. A. -8 and -8 B. 8 and -8 C. -8 and 8 D. 8 and 8 954 Critical Thinking: Test taking Practice for Math 50

To represent 8 feet below sea level, we use the integer -8, because negative numbers indicate positions below a reference point (in this case, sea level). The absolute value of -8 is 8, indicating the distance from zero regardless of direction. So, the correct answer is C: -8 and 8. Knowing the way we represent temperatures or elevations can be really useful. Just like with sea level, we express temperatures below freezing in the negative range! So, if it’s 10 degrees Fahrenheit below zero, we’d write that as -10°F. Understanding this concept gives you a better grasp of real-world data representing elevation and temperature! Math concepts can sometimes trip us up during tests, especially if we're anxious. A common mistake is confusing negative and positive signs during such problems. Always take a second to visualize: if you're picturing sea level or a thermometer, remembering that "below" means negative can help your brain sort out the signs correctly. Good luck on future tests!