Question

Solve the inequality: x + 9 < -8

Answer 1

x < -17

Explanation:

Do the inverse operation in the other side of the sign

Answer 2

Any number less than -17

Explanation:

Subtract 9 from -8. Any number less than the total is less than -8.

-8 - 9 = -17

-17 + 9 = -8

Ex:

-18 + 9 < -8

-19 + 9 < -8

-20 + 9 < -8