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-3x + 8 <15 find the solution set of the inequality

User Jaypee
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Answer:

x > - 2 1/3

Explanation:

- 3x + 8 < 15

- 3x < 7

x > - 2 1/3

User Steeve
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Subtract 8 from both sides

-3x < 15 - 8

Simplify 15 - 8 to 7

-3x < 7

Divide both sides by -3

= x > -7/3

User Khuram
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