SOLUTION: Write a number to represent the following situation: A gain of 5 yards. I need the Number then the Opposite. I don't understand what is wanted.

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Question 349053: Write a number to represent the following situation: A gain of 5 yards. I need the Number then the Opposite. I don't understand what is wanted.
Answer by mananth(16946) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
neither do I understand the problem.
x + 5 is the gain in 5 yards
x+5 yards is the number
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opposite of (x+5)= -(x+5)..