SOLUTION: I am using a sample problem for you to help me with so I can get the concept on how to work the problem. Translate this to a mathematical equation and solve. A football team

Question 514338: I am using a sample problem for you to help me with so I can get the concept on how to work the problem.
Translate this to a mathematical equation and solve.
A football team gained 13 yards on one play, lost 5 yards on another, and gained 18 yards on the last play of the first half. They had already gained 218 yards during the half. What was the total yardage gain for the first half?

Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
A football team gained 13 yards on one play, lost 5 yards on another, and gained 18 yards on the last play of the first half. They had already gained 218 yards during the half. What was the total yardage gain for the first half?
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Ans: 218 + 13 - 5 + 18
= 218+31-5
= 218 + 26
= 244 yards gained
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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