Question

Which number line represents the solutions to –2|x| = –6?

A number line from negative 8 to 8 in increments of 1. Two points, one at negative 6 and one at negative 2.
A number line from negative 8 to 8 in increments of 1. Two points, one at negative 8 and one at negative 4.
A number line from negative 8 to 8 in increments of 1. Two points, one at negative 4 and one at 4.
A number line from negative 8 to 8 in increments of 1. Two points, one at negative 3 and one at 3.

Answer 1

Solve: -2|x| = -6 → |x| = 3, so x = ±3.
The correct number line is the one with points at -3 and 3 (the last option).