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Solve the following inequality. 2(P + 1) > 7 + P

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Answer:

P > 5

Explanation:

2(P + 1) > 7 + P

Distribute

2P +2 > 7+P

Subtract P from each side

2P -P +2 > 7+P -P

P +2 > 7

Subtract 2 from each side

P+2-2 > 7-2

P > 5

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