Solve the problem.
-A football team lost 7 yards on each of two consecutive plays. Represent the total loss as product of signed numbers and find the total loss.
A)2 · (-7)= -16; a loss of 16 yd
B)2 · (-7)= -14 ; a loss of 14 yd
C)7 - 2 = 5; a loss of 5 yd
D)2 + (-7)= -5; a loss of 5 yd

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The total loss is represented by multiplying the number of plays (2) by the loss per play (-7), which equals -14 yards.

Solve the Problem. -A Football Team Lost 7 Yards on Each of Two