Question

8 less than a number x is more than 5 times that same number.

Answer 1

x < -1/2

Explanation:

x - 8 > 5x

-8 > 5x -x

-8 > 4x

Divide through by 8

-1/2 > x or x < -1/2.

That is ofcourse if I interpreted the first part correctly.