Question

Choose the correct description of the graph of the inequality x − 8 < 5x.

Open circle on −2, shading to the left.

Closed circle on −2, shading to the left.

Open circle on −2, shading to the right.

Closed circle on −2, shading to the right.

Answer 1

x − 8 < 5x

subtract x both sides

Answer 2

-8 < 4x

divide 4 both sides

Answer 3

-2 < x

or

x > -2

Answer 4

so its open circle... and to the right of -2 !!