Step-by-step explanation:
Absolute value function:
- |x| = x when x >= 0.
- |x| = -x when x < 0.
Swim 3 feet under water => |-3|
Stand 20 feet above => |20|
Using the absolute value function,
we have |-3| = 3 and |20| = 20.
Since 3 is less than 20, |-3| < |20|. (C)
