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Answer: BSet 1: Linear Inequalities (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: -2x > -10. What is the solution?
Solve: -2x > -10. What is the solution?
A.
x > -5
B.✓ Correct
x < 5
C.
x < -5
D.
x > 5
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. Divide by -2, flip sign: x < 5
Why others are wrong:
A: x > -5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: x < -5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: x > 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.