Question

When multiplying or dividing both sides of an inequality by a negative number, the direction of the inequality symbol is flipped. True or false?

Answer 1

true when dividing or multiplying by a negative number in an inequality the sign will flip.

Answer 2

true

Explanation:

Example:

2 > 1 is true.

Now, multiply both sides by -1.

-2 > -1 is false.

To make the inequality true, after multiplying or dividing by a negative number, you must flip the inequality sign.

-2 < -1 is true.