Question

During 5 rounds of a computer game, Sofie scored -8 points, 2 points, -4 points, 5 points, and -2 points. What is the sum of all of her points?

A) -17
B) -7
C) 3
D) -1

Answer 1

The sum of Sofie's points in the computer game, taking into account both positive and negative points scored over 5 rounds, is -7. By sequentially adding the points, we find the correct answer being option B) -7.

Step-by-step explanation:

To calculate the sum of Sofie's points over the 5 rounds of a computer game, we simply need to add up all of the points she scored in each round, including both the positive and the negative points:

• (-8) + 2 + (-4) + 5 + (-2)

Combining the positive and negative numbers:

• -8 + 2 is -6,
• -6 + (-4) is -10,
• -10 + 5 is -5,
• -5 + (-2) is -7.

So, the sum of all her points is -7. Therefore, the correct answer is B) -7.