Question

Given that -5 < -3, which statement is not true?

-5 is to the left of -3 on the number line.
-3 is less than -5,
-3 > -5
-3 is to the right of -5 on the number line.

Answer 1

- 3 is less than - 5 is not true

Explanation:

Numbers to the right of numbers on the number line are greater.

Numbers to the left of numbers on the number line are less

- 3 is to the right of -5 on the number line and is greater than - 5