If x and y are positive real numbers then which the following is CORRECT?
A
`x gt yimplies-xgt-y`
B
`xgtyimplies-xlt-y`
C
`xgty=1/xgt1/y`
D
`xgtyimplies1/xlt(-1)/y`
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AI Generated Solution
The correct Answer is:
To solve the question, we need to analyze the given information and options based on the properties of inequalities and the fact that \( x \) and \( y \) are positive real numbers.
### Step-by-Step Solution:
1. **Understanding the Given Information**:
We know that \( x \) and \( y \) are positive real numbers. This means:
\[
x > 0 \quad \text{and} \quad y > 0
\]
2. **Analyzing the Inequality**:
We are given that \( x > y \). This means that \( x \) is greater than \( y \).
3. **Multiplying by -1**:
If we multiply both sides of the inequality \( x > y \) by -1, we need to remember that multiplying or dividing an inequality by a negative number reverses the direction of the inequality. Therefore:
\[
-x < -y
\]
4. **Conclusion**:
From the above step, we conclude that if \( x > y \), then it follows that \( -x < -y \). This means that the inequality holds true when we multiply by -1, but the relationship is reversed.
5. **Identifying the Correct Option**:
We need to look for an option that states \( -x < -y \) or something equivalent. Based on the analysis, we find that this corresponds to option 2.
### Final Answer:
The correct statement is option 2.
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