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- 9(x + 2) > 9(x – 3)

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Answer:

x < 1/2

Explanation:

Distribute: -9x - 18 > 9x - 27

Collect like terms: -18x > -9

Divide both sides by -18: x < 1/2.

The sign changes because both sides were divided by a negative number.

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