The Elevation, or Height, of Places on Earth Is Measured

Multiple Choice

The elevation, or height, of places on Earth is measured in relation to sea level, or the average level of the ocean's surface. The table below shows heights above sea level as a positive number and depth below sea level as a negative number. Find the difference in elevation between Mt. Everest and the the Dead Sea .

A) -9360 m
B) -9260 m
C) 9360 m
D) 9261 m
E) 9258 m