x = 2y + 3 and y = -2 ; Quantity A = x and Quantity B = -1

1. Quantity A is greater
2. Quantity B is greater
3. The two quantities are equal
4. The relationship cannot be determined from the information given

Answer: The two quantities are equal

Explanation: x = 2y + 3
y = – 2
x = 2 ( – 2) + 3 = – 1
A = x = – 1