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What is the effect of multiplying both sides of an inequality by a negative number? Explain and give an example.

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Answer:

It changes the direction of the inequality

Explanation:

If a < b, subtract (a + b) from both sides. Then a - (a + b) < b - (a + b), so -b < -a.

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