Question

What is the solution to –2(8x – 4) < 2x + 5?

x > x is greater than StartFraction 1 Over 6 EndFraction.
x < x is less than StartFraction 1 Over 6 EndFraction.
x > 6
x < 6

Answer 1

x >
`(1)/(6)`

Explanation:

Given

- 2 (8x - 4) < 2x + 5 ← distribute left side

- 16x + 8 < 2x + 5 ( subtract 2x from both sides )

- 18x + 8 < 5 ( subtract 8 from both sides )

- 18x < - 3

Divide both sides by - 18, reversing the symbol as a result of dividing by a negative quantity.

x >
`(-3)/(-18)` , that is

x >
`(1)/(6)`