Question

If x is an integer, what is the least possible value for x that satisfies the inequality?

-5x - 12 < 33

A. -10
B. -9
C. -8
D. 9
E. 10

Answer 1

The answer is none other than c witch is -9

Answer 2

C. -8

Explanation:

We have to solve the inequality by isolating x.

-5x - 12 < 33

Add 12 to both sides.

-5x < 45

Divide both sides by -5 (remember to flip the sign when dividing by a negative).

x > -9

The least possible value for x that satisfies this inequality is -8.