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Which one of the questions below can be answered using the sum -12+10 check all that apply

Which one of the questions below can be answered using the sum -12+10 check all that-example-1
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Answer:

A and D

Step-by-step explanation:

Option A

At 6: 00 a.m., the temperature was -12 degrees Fahrenheit. Two hours later, the temperature was 10 degrees warmer. What was the temperature at 8: 00 a.m.?

Solution: Temperature at 8: 00 a.m. = -12+10

Option B

While playing the Integer Game, Richard's hand had a value of -12 , and Jason's hand had a value of 10. How many more points did Jason have than Richard?

Solution: Jason's Point - Richard's Point

=10-(-12)

=10+12

Option C

Harper owed her mother $10. In order to go to the movies, she had to borrow another $12 from her mother. How much does Harper owe her mother now?

Solution: A debt is negative.

Therefore, the amount owed by Harper = -10-12

Option D

A quarterback lost 12 yards on first down but then gained 10 yards on second down. What is the quarterback's total number of yards?

Solution: He lost 12 yards then gained 10 yards

=-12+10

The correct choices are A and D.

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