Question

Donna had scores of 1 over par, 4 under par, and 3 under par for three games of golf. What was her total score?

a) -6
b) -2
c) 2
d) 8

Answer 1

Donna's total score for the three games of golf is calculated by summing her performance relative to par for each game, resulting in a total score of -6.

Step-by-step explanation:

To determine Donna's total score, we need to calculate the sum of her scores for the three games of golf. In golf, scores are usually compared to 'par,' which is the standard number of strokes set for each hole or for the entire course.

• 1 over par is represented as +1.
• 4 under par is represented as -4.
• 3 under par is represented as -3.

Adding these scores together:

(+1) + (-4) + (-3) = 1 - 4 - 3 = -6

Thus, Donna's total score for the three games of golf is -6, which corresponds to option a) -6.