Question

Solve the inequality $-4(x + 4) > x + 7.$ Give your answer as an interval.

Answer 1

x < -4.6

Explanation:

-4(x + 4) > x + 7

-4x - 16 > x + 7

-4x - x > 7 + 16

-5x > 23 (When we divide by a negative number, we flip the sign)

5x < -23

x < -4.6