Question

Solve the following inequality.

Negative one-half p less-than negative 16

Which graph shows the correct solution?
A number line going from 27 to 37. An open circle is at 32. Everything to the right of the circle is shaded.
A number line going from 27 to 37. An open circle is at 32. Everything to the left of the circle is shaded.
A number line going from 3 to 13. An open circle is at 8. Everything to the left of the circle is shaded.
A number line going from 3 to 13. An open circle is at 8. Everything to the right of the circle is shaded.

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Answer 2

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Answer:

A number line going from 27 to 37. An open circle is at 32. Everything to the right of the circle is shaded

Explanation:

(-1/2)p < -16

p > 32 . . . . . . multiply by -2; this reverses the inequality symbol

The open circle will be at 32; the line will be shaded for higher values (to the right).