Two golfers completed one round of golf. The first golfer had a score of +6 and the second golfer had a score of –3. How many more shots did the first golfer take? 17. What is the balance as a result of having a credit of $84 and a debit of $29?

Question 16

Given

Two golfers completed one round of golf.

The first golfer had a score of +6 and the second golfer had a score of -3.

To determine:

How many more shots did the first golfer take?

Explanation

Let 'n' be the number of shots taken by the first golfer

Since the first golfer had a score of +6 and the second golfer had a score of -3.

It means the 1st golfer must be 6 over par, and the 2nd golfer is still under 3.

Hence, we can map the situation using an equation

Adding -3 to both sides of the equation

Therefore, the 2nd golfer took 9 more shots.

                                             Question 17

The balance will be: 55

Step-by-step Explanation:

Credit means:

Debit means:

Hence, we can determine the balance using the equation.

Balance = 84 + (-29)

              = 84 - 29

               = 55

Therefore, the balance will be: 55