When both sides of an inequality are multiplied by
MATHEMATICS · Single correct · CBSE · Mathematics · Linear Inequalities · Linear Inequalities
Problem
When both sides of an inequality are multiplied by −3, what happens to the inequality symbol?
(a) It remains the same because the same non-zero number is multiplied on both sides
(b) It remains the same because only the magnitude of the numbers changes
(c) It reverses direction
(d) It becomes ≥ or ≤ (inclusive) whichever is appropriate