A football player lost 3 yards on each of a number of plays. His total yardage lost was 36 yards. How many plays were involved?
A) 12
B) 14
C) 11
D) 13

Name: A football player lost 3 yards on each of a number of plays. His total yardage lost was 36 yards. How many plays were involved? A) 12 B) 14 C) 11 D) 13
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To find the number of plays, divide the total yardage lost (36 yards) by the yardage lost per play (3 yards). 36 / 3 = 12 plays.

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