Question

Solve-2x8> 3x + 12.
A. x > -3
B. x < -3
C. x < -4
D. x > -4

Answer 1

Answer: C. x<-4

Explanation:

-2x -8 > 3x + 12

+8 +8

-2x> 3x +20

-3x -3x

-5x > 20

/-5 /-5

x<-4 (the sign flips because you divide by a negative.)