ISEE Quantitative Comparisons Question 171: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 171

12. Line l is the graph of y = 2x + 3.

  • A. The quantity in Column A is greater.
  • B. The quantity in Column B is greater.
  • C. The two quantities are equal.
  • D. The relationship cannot be determined from the information given.

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

B

In the figure, the x intercept is –2, and the y intercept is 3. When a line is reflected about the x axis, the x intercept stays the same, but the sign of the y intercept reverses. Thus, the value of Column A is –3. When a line is reflected about the y axis, the sign of the x intercept reverses, but the y intercept stays the same. Thus, the value of Column B is 3.

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