Question

Solve the following inequality *
-7x < 21

Answer 1

x > -3

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

• Order of Operations: BPEMDAS
• Equality Properties

Explanation:

Step 1: Define equality

-7x < 21

Step 2: Solve for x

1. Divide both sides by -7: x > -3

Here we see that any value greater than -3 would work as a solution of x.