Answer:
p < 8
Explanation:
Let p = number of pounds of candy Lena will buy
Given:
- Candy = $5 per pound
- Lena will spend less than $40
Create an inequality using the given information:
⇒ 5p < 40
Solve the inequality:
⇒ 5p < 40
Divide both sides by 5
⇒ p < 8