Question

the number line shows an unknown number, p. is 1 + p positive or negative? positive negative

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze position of p

The number - line shows that \(p>1\).

Step2: Analyze \(1 + p\)

If \(p>1\), then \(1 + p>1 + 1=2\). So \(1 + p>0\).

Answer:

positive