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-3x+12<18 please help

User Johnathan Le
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Answer:

x > -2

Explanation:

Q. Solve the inequality.

-3x + 12 < 18

Solve for x.

  • -3x + 12 < 18

Step 1:- Move constant to the right hand side and change their sign.

  • -3x < 18 - 12

Step 2:- Subtract.

  • -3x < -6

Step 3:- Divide both side of the inequality by -3 and flip the inequality sign.

  • x > -2
User Emilian
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Answer:


- 3x + 12 < 18 \\ - 3x < 18 - 12 \\ - 3x < 6 \\ - x < (6)/(3) \\ - x < 2 \\ x > - 2 \\ thank \: you

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