Question

How do u translate this into a mathematical statement
One-half the sum of x and eight is less than x minus 5.

Answer 1

1/2 (x+8) < x-5

one-half(sum of x and 8) < less than (x-5)

Answer 2

thank you @SydtheKid913

Answer 3

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