Question

Solve the inequality 5x < 16 + x.
x > 1/4
x > 4
x < 4
x < 1/4

Answer 1

We want to isolate x. So...

5x<16+x

Let's subtract x from both sides.

4x<16

Now we can divide by 4 on both sides.

x<4

answer: third choice

Answer 2

x < 4

Explanation: