Sara solved the inequality -4x + > 9 and graphed the solution set. She made a mistake but cannot determine where. Her work is shown

Karensantana asked Jul 11, 2023

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Karensantana asked Jul 11, 2023

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Answer:

step 2 is where she made her mistake

Explanation:

- 4x + 1 > 9 ( subtract 1 from both sides )

- 4x > 8

divide both sides by - 4 , reversing the symbol as a result of dividing by a negative quantity.

x < - 2

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