Question 5 (iv) - Proving Statements true or false - Mathematical Reasoning

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Ex 14.5, 5 - Chapter 14 Class 11 Mathematical Reasoning - Part 4

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Ex14.5, 5 Which of the following statements are true and which are false? In each case give a valid reason for saying so. (iv) s: If x and y are integers such that x > y, then –x < –y. x > y Multiplying –1 both sides (–1)x < (–1)y –x < –y This is the rule of inequality Thus, the given statement s is true.

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