Question

Solve for x.

−5x−8>22

Enter your answer in the boxes to correctly state the solution.

Answer 1

x < -6

Explanation:

First we want to move all terms not containing x to the right side

-5x > 22 + 8

-5x > 30

Then we want to divide

-5x/5 < 30/-5

30/-5

x < - 6

Answer 2

x < -6

Explanation:

-5x - 8 > 22

Add 8 to both sides: -5x > 30

Divide both sides by 5: -x > 6

Divide both sides by -1 (reverse sign): x < -6