Game scores: gaining and losing points
Think of a number line. Moving up adds, and moving down subtracts.
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Elena's team had 3 points. Then it scored 7 points. How many points does the team have now?
Answer: 10
Elena's team had 6 points. Then it lost 1 points. How many points does the team have now?
Answer: 5
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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