Question

Solve.

−1.5x−3.1<5.5


Drag and drop a number or symbol into each box to show the solution.

Answer 1

`x>-5.733`

Explanation:

Given : Expression
`-1.5x-3.1<5.5`

To find : Solve the expression ?

Solution :

Step 1 - Write in inequality,

`-1.5x-3.1<5.5`

Step 2 - Add 3.1 both side,

`-1.5x-3.1+3.1<5.5+3.1`

`-1.5x<8.6`

Step 3 - Divide by 1.5 both side,

`-(1.5x)/(1.5)<(8.6)/(1.5)`

`-x<5.733`

Step 4 - Multiply by -1 both side,

`x>-5.733`

The number is -5.733 and symbol is greater (>).