Question

Solve the following inequality.

-5p<-16
Which graph shows the correct solution?
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27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37
27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37
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3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

Answer 1

p > 16/5

Explanation:

-5p<-16

Divide each side by =5, remembering to flip the inequality

-5p/-5 > -16/5

p > 16/5

There is an open circle at 16/5 and the lines goes to the right