Question

Solve for x: −2x + 5 < 7 x > −1 x < −1 x > −6 x < −6

Answer 1

-2x + 5 < 7
-2x < 2
x > -1
when dividing with a negative number in inequalities you change the greater than or less than symbol.

Answer 2

i don't get it....

Answer 3

-2x + 5 < 7
- 5 -5
-2x < 2
-2x/-2 <2/-2
x > -1

Answer 4

thank you so much

Answer 5

no problem.

Answer 6

Can I have help on another one please? Solve for x: 5 − (x + 5) > −2(x + 4)

Answer 7

x>-1