Question

Select th point that lies on the graph of y < 2x - 5.
Choose one answer.
a. (-1, 7)
b. (0, 3)
c. (1, 3)
d. (3, -6)

Answer 1

Just plug in the values for x and y and see if they satisfy the inequality.

Answer 2

i got a (-1,7) ?

Answer 3

So to check answer a, substitute y and x to get
7 < 2(-1) - 5
7 < -2 - 5
7 < -7

Answer 4

Is 7 < -7?

Answer 5

hmmm...

Answer 6

It isn't. 7< - 7 is false, so you need to keep checking with your other options. Let me know if you have any trouble.

Answer 7

thanks!