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algebraSolve:
A
B
C
D
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the correct answer. When the variable term is negative, we must eventually divide by a negative number.
- Subtract 5: , giving
- Divide by -2: (reverse the sign!)
- Simplify:
?�� Strategic Tip: ALWAYS reverse the inequality when multiplying or dividing by negative numbers. This is one of the most tested concepts on the SAT.
Choice A is incorrect because it fails to reverse the inequality sign when dividing by -2. Choice C is incorrect because it appears to use incorrect arithmetic, possibly dividing -6 by -2. Choice D is incorrect because while it correctly reverses the sign, it uses the wrong boundary value (3 instead of 2).