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When we multiply or divide both sides of an inequality by a negative number, what happens to the inequality symbol?

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Explanation:

When we multiply or divide both sides of an inequality by a negative number, what happens to the inequality symbol?

Answer:

The sign flips.

≤ becomes ≥

and ≥ becomes ≤

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