Question

Select the locations on the number line to plot the points 5, 3, and -2.

A) 5, 3, -2
B) -2, 3, 5
C) 3, -2, 5
D) -2, 5, 3

Answer 1

The correct order to plot the points 5, 3, and -2 on the number line is 3, -2, 5.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct order to plot the points 5, 3, and -2 on the number line is option C) 3, -2, 5.

Starting from 0, we first plot the point 3, then -2, and finally 5. This order represents the increasing numerical value of the points.