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Dividing Integers

Question 13 • Pre-Algebra - MA3119 A ? Distance Learning

A football team has attempted 6 running plays. The change in field position resulting from each play is shown in the table.Running Play OutcomesPlay 1–3 yardsPlay 22 yardsPlay 3–1 yardPlay 4–2 yardsPlay 5–3 yardsPlay 61 yardWhat is the average change in field position per running play?

Answer
A
–6 yards per play
B
–1 yard per play
C
0 yards per play
D
1 yard per play

Explanation

Add the changes from all six plays: −3 + 2 − 1 − 2 − 3 + 1 = −6 yards. Divide by 6 plays: −6 ÷ 6 = −1 yard per play. The average change is −1 yard per play.

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