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Year 7 maths · J.12 · Add and subtract integers

Game scores: gaining and losing points

Think of a number line. Moving up adds, and moving down subtracts.

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  1. Elena's team had 3 points. Then it scored 7 points. How many points does the team have now?

    Answer: 10

  2. Elena's team had 6 points. Then it lost 1 points. How many points does the team have now?

    Answer: 5

  3. Chloe's team had 10 points. Then it lost 9 points. How many points does the team have now?

    Answer: 1

Tip: Think of a number line. Moving up adds, and moving down subtracts.

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