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Question 9 (5 points)(02.05 LC)Solve the inequality 2x + 8 < 5x - 4. (5 points)a x > 4 b x > 1 c x < 1 d x < 4

User JustWonder
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Given:

2x + 8 < 5x - 4.

Required:

To tell which option is correct

Step-by-step explanation:

First of all rearrange the equation and subtract what is on rigjt side we get

2x+8-(5x-4)<0

pull out like factors

-3x+12=-3(x-4)

divide both side by 3

remember to flip the inequality sign

solve basic inequality and we get

x>4

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