In a competition with negative marking, Cecilia scored -5.5 points, and Xavier scored 7.25 points.

Which of the following is true about the two scores?

1. xavier scored 1.75 less than Cecilia

2. xavier scored 1.75 more than cecilila

3. xavier scored 12.75 more points than cecilia

4. xavier scored 12.75 less points than cecilia

The correct statement is:

1. xavier scored 1.75 less than Cecilia