Question

What is the solution to the given inequality?

-2x + 4 < 12

Answer 1

x > - 4

Explanation:

- 2x + 4 < 12 ( subtract 4 from both sides )

- 2x < 8

Divide both sides by - 2, reversing the symbol as a result of dividing by a negative quantity.

x > - 4

Answer 2

-4

Explanation:

-2x +4 < 12

-2x < 12 -4

-2x < 8

x > -8/2

x > -4