Question

the table shows the scores at the end of the third quarter of a game. the scores are relative to par and record the difference between the student’s score and the average score at the quarter. complete parts a and b below.

student	score
emma	8
sophia	3
lucas	-5

a. arrange the scores in order from least to greatest at the third quarter.
the correct order is \\(\square\\ \square\\ \square\\ \square\\) (use integers or decimals.)

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the scores

The scores are -9 (Ruth), 8 (Emma), 3 (Sophia), -5 (Lucas).

Step2: Order negative numbers

For negative numbers, the larger the absolute value, the smaller the number. So, -9 < -5.

Step3: Order positive numbers

Positive numbers: 3 < 8.

Step4: Combine all in order

Combining negative and positive numbers in ascending order: -9, -5, 3, 8.

Answer:

-9, -5, 3, 8