Question

Which of the following changes would you represent using a negative number explain what a positive number would represent in that situation A.a loss of 4 points b.a gain of 50 yards c.a loss of 10 d.an elevation above sea level

Answer 1

1 and 3 can be represented with negative numbers. A loss of 4 points is -4,

but if any points are gained, the value becomes positive. A loss of $10 is -10,

but if any money is earned, the value becomes positive.