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Answer: BSet 4: Linear Inequalities (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Solve: -5x > -25. What is the solution?
Solve: -5x > -25. 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 -5, flip: 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.