Question

Solve for p: -9 + p < 15
A. p > 24 B. -p > 6 C. p < 24 D. -p < -6

Answer 1

C. In the given expression -9 + p < 15 , the value of p < 24.

Explanation:

Here, the given expression is :

-9 + p < 15

Now, solving for the value of p.

If equals are added to both sides of inequality, the inequality remains unchanged.

Now, -9 + p < 15

⇒ -9 + p + 9 < 15 + 9 (adding +9 on both sides)

or, p < 24

Hence, in the given expression -9 + p < 15 the value of p < 24.