Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321785045
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 2 - Section 2.4 - Linear Inequalities and Problem Solving - Exercise Set - Page 88: 116

Answer

Solving linear inequalities is different from solving linear equations when both sides are multiplied/divided by a negative number. With inequalities, the inequality is reversed when both sides are multiplied/divided by a negative number.

Work Step by Step

With equalities, on the other hand, the equal sign remains the same even when both sides are multiplied/divided by a negative number.
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