Question

18. Use an inequality symbol (<, >,=, s) to compare -3 +7_-10 - 2

A. s
B.>
C. =
D.<

Answer 1

-3 +7 > -10 - 2

Explanation:

Given

-3 +7_-10 - 2

Required

Compare using any of the given inequality symbols

We start by solving both sides of the inequality

- 3 + 7 _ -10 - 2

(-3 + 7) _ (-10 - 2)

(4) _ (-12)

Having solved both sides of the inequality, it'll be observed that 4 (on the left hand side) is greater than -12 (on the right hand side);

Hence, the _ symbol can be replaced by the greater than symbol.

(4) _ (-12) can then be rewritten as

(4) > (-12) or

- 3 + 7 > -10 - 2

From the list of given options, option B is correct