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Solve each two-step inequality and graph the solution set on a number line -17 < 3-5x

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Answer:


x < 4

Explanation:

Given the following question:


-17 < 3-5x

In order to find the answer, we will solve the inequality as if it is a regular two-step equation and then we will plot the answer on the number line.


-17 < 3-5x

-17 < 3-5x=3-5x > -17

3-5x > -17

3-3=0

-17--3=-20

5x=-20

(5x)/(5)=x

20/5=-4

x < 4

When plotting inequalities on the number line keep a few things in mind:

. 4 is greater than x, so the line will go towards the opposite direction of four
. < is a greater sign, it's not a greater or equal to sign (≤) which means it will be an open dot.

Hope this helps.

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