Question

bobbys football team received four five - yard penalties in the first quarter, which meant his team lost yardage in their progress toward the goal line. what was the change in their progression down the field as a result of these penalties? - 20 yards - 5 yards 5 yards 20 yards

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the meaning of each penalty

Each penalty is - 5 yards (negative because it's a loss).

Step2: Calculate the total change

There are 4 penalties. Use multiplication: \(4\times(- 5)=-20\)

Answer:

-20 yards