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A scientist records four ocean depths below sea level as -120 m, -85 m, -200 m and -60 m.
Which depth is the SHALLOWEST (closest to the surface)?

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  • A-60 m
  • B-200 m
  • C-120 m
  • D-85 m

Step-by-Step Solution

Shallowest means closest to 0, i.e. the greatest integer. Among -120, -85, -200 and -60, the greatest is -60. So -60 m is shallowest.
Answer: A) -60 m

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