Question

What is x in this equation 2x -9<1

Answer 1

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2x -9 < 1

2x < 1 + 9

2x < 10

x < 10/2

x < 5

Answer 2

x < 5

Explanation:

2x -9<1

Add 9 to each side.

2x -9+9<1+9

2x <10

Divide each side by 2.

2x/2 < 10/2

x < 5