Question

Solve the inequality. Show your work.
–6b > 42 or 4b > –4

Answer 1

Remember, when you divide or multiply an inequality on both sides by a negative number, you need to flip the sign.

Answer 2

Confused?

Answer 3

Some examples

5x > 10 would turn into x > 2 after you divide both sides by 5

-3x > 15 would turn into x < -5 after you divide both sides by -3. Notice how the sign flips. The sign will flip if you multiply or divide both sides of an inequality by a negative number

Answer 4

Okay I get that part