If , which number line best represents the solution?
Closed circle at -3, arrow pointing right
Closed circle at -3, arrow pointing left
Closed circle at 3, arrow pointing right
Closed circle at 3, arrow pointing left
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the correct answer. Graphing requires solving first, then correctly placing the circle and arrow.
- Subtract 5:
- Divide by -4: (REVERSE the sign!)
- Graph: Closed circle at -3 (includes -3), arrow right (greater than)
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Choice B is incorrect because while the closed circle at -3 is correct, the arrow points left (representing ), wrong direction. Choice C is incorrect because the boundary should be -3, not positive 3. Choice D is incorrect because it has both the wrong sign on the boundary and the wrong arrow direction.