Question

Jude graphed the inequality s < -9,="" as="" shown.="">

A number line going from negative 12 to negative 4. A closed circle is at negative 9. Everything to the left of the circle is shaded.

Is his graph correct? Explain why or why not.

Answer 1

Explanation:

What does ="as="shown.="> mean?

No, his graph of s<-9 is incorrect. There should be an open circle at -9.

Answer 2

sample response I would suggest rewording it

Explanation:

No, Jude’s graph is incorrect. The inequality symbol is “less than,” so -9 is not included. He should have used an open circle on -9.