College Algebra (10th Edition)

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ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-947-6

Chapter 1 - Section 1.5 - Solving Inequalities - 1.5 Assess Your Understanding - Page 127: 2

Answer

false

Work Step by Step

RECALL: On a number line, if $a$ is to the left of $b$, then $a \lt b$. Note that on a number line, $-5$ is to the left of $-3$. Thus, $-5\lt -3$. Therefore, the given statement is false.
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