Question

graph the compound inequality.
-7 < x < -2
plot the endpoints. select an endpoint to change it from closed to open. select the middle of a segment, ray, or line to delete it.

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the inequality type

The inequality $-7 < x < - 2$ is a strict compound - inequality.

Step2: Determine the endpoints

The endpoints are $x=-7$ and $x = - 2$. Since it is a strict inequality, we use open - circles at these points.

Step3: Graph on the number line

On the given number line, place open - circles at $x=-7$ and $x=-2$. Then draw a line segment between these two open - circles to represent all the values of $x$ that satisfy the inequality.

Answer:

Place open - circles at $x = - 7$ and $x=-2$ on the number line and draw a line segment between them.