Question

Which inequality statement describes the two numbers on a number line?



"−7 and a number 5 units to the right of −7"


A) 5 < −7


B) 5 > −7


C) −7 > −2


D) −7 < −2

Answer 1

Answer:

Option C)

$-7<-2$

Step-by-step explanation:

We are given the following in the question:

"-7 and a number 5 units to the right of -7"

The nubmer 5 units to the right of -7 will be:

$=-7 + 5\\=-2$

The number line shows the two marked points.

As observed from the number line, we can write the inequality:

$-7<-2$

Thus, the correct option is

Option C)

$-7<-2$

Answer 2

Answer:

its d not c  so -7<-2 is the awnser