\((a, 6)\) is a point (not shown) in Quadrant I. \((-6, b)\) is a point (not shown) in Quadrant II. $$\begin{array}{cc}\text { Quantity } \mathbf{A} & \text { Quantity } \mathbf{B} \\ a & b \end{array}$$ a. Quantity A is greater. b. Quantity B is greater. c. The two quantities are equal. d. The relationship cannot be determined from the information given.

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The correct answer is (a). Quantity A is greater.

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01

Understand the Position

In Quadrant I, both x and y coordinates are positive. Therefore 'a' is positive. Now, analyze the position of the point in Quadrant II. In Quadrant II, the x-coordinate is negative and the y-coordinate is positive. Therefore 'b' would be negative.
02

Compare the coordinates

Compare the quantities 'a' and 'b'. By the sign rule, any positive number is always greater than any negative number. That means 'a' is greater than 'b'.
03

Match the options

Now, compare the findings with the options given in the question. Quantity A is greater.

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