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Which inequality statement describes the two numbers: 3 and a number 8 units to the left of 3?

A) -8 < 3
B) -5 > 3
C) -5 < 3
D) 8 > 3

User Satomacoto
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Answer:

C. 15 < 3

Explanation:

User RichEdwards
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C.  3 minus 8 = -5. 3 is greater than -5 thus, -5 < 3
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