Question

Solve the inequality: x + 5 < 7 x < 3 , x > -2. , x > 12. , x < 2

Answer 1

(d) x < 2

Explanation:

Subtract 5 from both sides of the inequality, the same way you would if it were an equation.

x +5 < 7 . . . . . . given

x +5 -5 < 7 -5 . . . . . show subtraction of 5

x < 2 . . . . . the solution