Question

Devin is running back on his high school football team. On the first down (the first play), he and his team loses 3 yards. On the second down (the next play), he and his team gain 7 yards. Where is Devin's team in relation to where they started before the first down?

Answer 1

He is at 4 yards.

Explanation:

Starts with 0.

Then loses 3 yard.

They are now at -3 yards

Then gains 7 yards.

`-3+7=4`

They are now at 4 yards.