When finding the area of a rectangle, multiply the length and the width.
So,
5(x-2) ≥ 35
≥ means greater than or equal to
In words, the equation is five times x minus two is greater than or equal to 35
To solve, first distribute 5 into x-2.
5x-10≥35
Add 10 to each side
5x≥45
Finally, divide each side by 5
x≥9
The value of x is at least 9 square feet