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What is the solution to the inequality?

17<9+x
OA. x<8
OB. x>8
OC. x > 26
OD. x< 26
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User Navderm
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Answer:

B) x > 8

Explanation:

1-Step: Combine like terms by subtracting 9 on both sides : 17-9 < X

8 < X

2- Step: flip the signs (Since 8 is less than X, Then X is greater than X)

X > 8

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