The phrase "total score" refers to the sum or the overall number that is obtained by adding up all the scores or points earned in a game, test, or competition. Full definition
This scale contains 22 items, with total scores ranging from 0 to 88. (scirp.org)
There were no differences between mothers and fathers in the present study in terms of total scores in the three family functioning scales. (journals.plos.org)
The scale consists of 14 items, with total scores ranging from 14 to 98. (scirp.org)