Question

Solve for x: 5 − (x + 5) > −2(x + 4)

Group of answer choices x > −8 x < −8 x > −18 x < −18

Answer 1

x > -8

Explanation:

5 - (x + 5) > -2(x + 4) (distribute)

5 -x - 5 > -2x -8 (combine like terms)

-x > -2x - 8 (add 2x to both sides)

x > -8