The quarterback for the Galactic Football team was playing in the Universe Bowl. On first down he rushed for 7 yards. On second down he was sacked for –5 yards. On third down he threw the ball for 6 yards. Which number sentence below correctly shows the total amount of yards he added?
A 7 – (–5) + 6 = 18
B 7 – (–5) + 6 = 8
C 7 + (–5) + 6 = 8
D 7 + (–5) + 6 = 18
The correct number sentence is:
7 + (–5) + 6 = 8 (Option C)