Question

Xavier caught a football and ran for eight yards before being pushed 17 yards backward.

Which equation correctly shows his change in yardage?
А
8 + (-17) = -9
-17 + (-8) = -25
B
С
17 + (-8) = 9
D
8 + 17 = 25

Answer 1

Answer A

Step-by-step explanation:Option B is saying that he went back 8 yards and was pushed even farther. Option C is saying he ran foward 17 yards and got pushed back 8. Option D is saying he got pushed foward 17 yards.

Option A is saying that he ran 8 yards and then lost 17 by getting pushed back.