Two submarines are underwater. The number-4550 represents Submarine A's position (in feet) relative to the surface. The number -3527 represents Submarine B's position (in feet) relative to the surface. Which submarine is closer to the surface?
The positions of the submarines are compared based on their distance from the surface. Since the positions are given as negative values, a higher absolute value means that the submarine is further from the surface.
In this case, the absolute value of Submarine A's position is 4550, while the absolute value of Submarine B's position is 3527.
Therefore, Submarine B is closer to the surface.