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Josh has solved for x in the inequality below

5-2x>3
-2x>-2
x>1
Choose the statement that is true regarding Josh's work shown above.
A- The solution is incorrect. Josh should have added 2x on both sides.
B- The solution is incorrect. Josh should have added 5 instead of subtracting 5.
C- The solution is incorrect. Josh should have flipped the inequality sign.
D- Josh's work and solution is correct.

User Polypiel
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Answer:

c

Explanation:

cause he has to devide by a negative

User Adrian Taylor
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