Which is greater
-3 or -2

Which approach to the theory-and-research cycle does the following sequence reflect: (1) specific observations suggest generalizations, (2) generalizations produce a tentative theory, (3) the theory is tested through the formation of hypotheses, and (4) hypotheses may provide suggestions for additional observations?

Factor the polynomial. b^2 + 4b + 4

Solve the system of equations using the linear combination method. {4x−3y=127x−3y=3 enter your answers in the boxes.