Question

Solve the inequality -2(y+4)>16

Answer 1

y < -12

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the inequality.

−2y − 8 > 16

Step 2: Add 8 to both sides.

−2y − 8 + 8 > 16 + 8

−2y > 24

Step 3: Divide both sides by -2.

−2y/−2 > 24/−2

y < −12

Answer 2

y < −12

Explanation:

−2(y + 4) > 16

↓

−2y − 8 > 16

↓

y < −12