Question

Solve for x: 3 − (2x − 5) < −4(x + 2)


x < −8

x > −8

x < −3

x > −3

Answer 1

1) expand the parenthesis on the right and left side.
2) Add like terms on both sides.
3) Add 4x to both sides
4) Subtract 8 from both sides.
5) Divide both sides by 2.

Answer 2

What do you mean expand the parenthesis?