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Which number line represents the solution set for the inequality -3(2x-5) is less than 5(2-x)?

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Final answer:

The solution set for the inequality -3(2x-5) is less than 5(2-x) is x > 5.

Step-by-step explanation:

The solution set for the inequality -3(2x-5) is less than 5(2-x) can be found by simplifying the inequality and solving for x. Let's start by distributing the -3 and 5 terms.

-3(2x-5) < 5(2-x)

-6x + 15 < 10 - 5x

Next, we can combine like terms by subtracting -5x from both sides:

-6x + 15 + 5x < 10

-x + 15 < 10

Subtract 15 from both sides:

-x < -5

Finally, divide both sides by -1, remembering to flip the inequality sign:

x > 5

Therefore, the solution set for the inequality is x > 5.

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