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How Bowling Scoring Works
Formula
Bowling uses a unique scoring system where strikes and spares earn bonus points from subsequent rolls. A perfect game scores 300 points, achieved by rolling 12 consecutive strikes.
Each frame allows two rolls to knock down 10 pins. A strike (all 10 on the first roll) earns 10 plus the next two rolls. A spare (all 10 across two rolls) earns 10 plus the next roll.
Common use cases:
- Keeping score during bowling games
- Tracking performance improvement
- League standing calculations
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