Algebra 1

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0133500403
ISBN 13: 978-0-13350-040-0

Chapter 6 - Systems of Equations and Inequalities - 6-5 Linear Inequalities - Practice and Problem-Solving Exercises - Page 394: 38

Answer

No. We would pick a point not on the line that goes through the origin.

Work Step by Step

If the origin is on the line, then we would pick a point close to the line to use as a test point. Instead of the origin, we could try (0, 2), (2,0), or (1,1) (as examples).
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.