The math teacher asked his students to determine a solution for 1.5x - 2y = 8. Which solution below is the correct one? (1 point)

Peter believes (-4, 7) is a solution.

Sam believes (-4, -7) is a solution.

Fiona believes (4, 7) is a solution.

O Mary believes (4, -7) is a solution.

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Sam is correct. Substitute (-4, -7):

1.5(−4) − 2(−7) = −6 + 14 = 8.